as in sorrow
deep sadness especially for the loss of someone or something loved
the heartache she felt when she saw the innocent victims of the war
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Recent Examples of heartache
The American band’s 1996 debut spun indie pop gold from heartache and secondhand Hammond organ.
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David Glickman, Pitchfork, 27 Mar. 2026
His family confirmed his death to TODAY, as well as shared the news on Brendon's social media on March 20, expressing their heartache and love for the actor.
—Today, NBC news, 21 Mar. 2026
Jesa lands in the solid middle, its strongest sequences resonating with the complexities and specificities of first-generation heartache.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 21 Mar. 2026
Getting attached to players can sometimes bring heartache.
—Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2026
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David Glickman, Pitchfork, 27 Mar. 2026
His family confirmed his death to TODAY, as well as shared the news on Brendon's social media on March 20, expressing their heartache and love for the actor.
—Today, NBC news, 21 Mar. 2026
Jesa lands in the solid middle, its strongest sequences resonating with the complexities and specificities of first-generation heartache.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 21 Mar. 2026
Getting attached to players can sometimes bring heartache.
—Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for heartache
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heartache
Noun
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Bieber has had clashes with the paparazzi, and has sent ambiguous messages over social media hinting at his sorrow.—
Vinson Cunningham,
New Yorker,
18 Apr. 2026
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León said the band's goal at demonstrations is to redirect protesters' anger and sorrow.—
Adrian Florido,
NPR,
16 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Here, in this new context, their large eyes did not seem wide with their usual wonder but swollen with grief and disbelief.—
Douglas Stuart,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2026
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The overwhelming grief of losing a child became even worse when a detective gave her a notebook from Audree’s locker.—
Meena Duerson,
CNN Money,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Sanders suffered injuries, including a concussion, headaches, possible traumatic brain injury, back and tailbone injuries and extreme mental anguish.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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Examples include chronic pain, emotional anguish, anxiety, scarring or disfigurement, and the inability to enjoy your hobbies, sports, or daily activities.—
William Jones,
Sacbee.com,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
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There are so many exquisite, Netherlandish, hyperreal details to admire in the piece—the shadow of Giovanna’s necklace, the enamel decorations on her cross, the frizz of her hair—but there’s something about the ribbon that feels like a banner of heartbreak.—
Zachary Fine,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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The best way to get over heartbreak is with a killer haircut.—
Brittany Talarico,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Heartache.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heartache. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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