as in to grieve
to feel deep sadness or mental pain
the soldier's widow continued to sorrow long after her husband's last letter had turned yellow with age
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as in grief
deep sadness especially for the loss of someone or something loved
he felt great sorrow at the loss of his beloved dog
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Recent Examples of sorrow
Elizabeth Berry, Woman's Day, 30 Jan. 2023
As the story of SoulShine's contribution made its way onto the news and social media, people expressed appreciation for Garem and the company's creative contributions –and sorrow that the task was required.
—Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 1 June 2022
Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 28 Sep. 2025
The Congressional Black Caucus issued a statement after his death that reflected both sorrow over violence and sharp disapproval of his views.
—Beatrice Peterson, ABC News, 24 Sep. 2025
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Verb
Oh dearest comforter of the troubled, alleviate our worry and sorrow with your gentle love, and grant us the grace and strength to accept this burden.
—Elizabeth Berry, Woman's Day, 30 Jan. 2023
As the story of SoulShine's contribution made its way onto the news and social media, people expressed appreciation for Garem and the company's creative contributions –and sorrow that the task was required.
—Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 1 June 2022
Noun
The resonances between their two tales evoke a kind of violence passed down from fathers to sons, but Ray’s mythic sorrows upend and overpower everything else.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 28 Sep. 2025
The Congressional Black Caucus issued a statement after his death that reflected both sorrow over violence and sharp disapproval of his views.
—Beatrice Peterson, ABC News, 24 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sorrow
Verb
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That's it, a selfless act of grace, forgiveness from a grieving widow, that touched me deeply.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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But on the day of Dale’s memorial, everyone brushes their hair, puts on the right clothes, and plays big, grieving family.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
24 Sep. 2025
Noun
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While the vigil was not planned in response to the shooting at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc Township, attendees and speakers expressed grief over the incident.—
Tess Ware,
Freep.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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Uzbek artist Feruza Kholkhujaeva filled courtyards with potted plants that will slowly die, a portrait of grief.—
Dada Jovanovic,
ABC News,
28 Sep. 2025
Verb
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As Black women mourn her loss and grapple with the realities of a capitalist system that devalues our lives and labor, we are comforted by the legacy Assata Shakur leaves behind.—
Essence,
Essence,
30 Sep. 2025
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Critics are now questioning the culture of risky livestream stunts, while supporters mourn a creator who inspired millions with his passion for flight.—
Marni Rose McFall,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Garner watches his anguish, with respect.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
28 Sep. 2025
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Although many questions remain, the few answers the Vaneks have, however tenuous, serve as an antidote to the anguish of never knowing.—
Ted Katauskas,
Outside,
23 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Red Wings have an aching need for more dynamic play from the back end.—
The Athletic NHL,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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Then, after two glorious weeks of passable good health, my body started to ache.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Galore, released in September 2020, is a heartbreak record that looks to inspirations like Caroline Polachek and Rosalía.—
Anna Gaca,
Pitchfork,
1 Oct. 2025
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The film follows three women—Jennifer (Braxton), Vanessa (Summer), and Evelyn (Atkins)—who meet as contestants on a reality dating show and suffer heartbreak under the spotlight.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The audience sighed in relief and immediately got up to leave.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
20 Sep. 2025
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Andy sighed, shuddering between them.—
Bryan Washington,
New Yorker,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Sorrow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sorrow. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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