as in grieves
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 the family grieves, the community is rallying around them.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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The acute phase, occurring in the first few weeks to months after infection, often produces mild, flu-like symptoms including fever, fatigue, body aches, and headaches.—
Matthew Binnicker,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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My heart aches knowing such a beautiful soul was taken from us too soon.—
KC Baker,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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The group also mourns the death of friend Angie Stone.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Toronto’s 50th edition unfolds as the wider film community mourns the passing of Oneida actor Graham Greene (born on Six Nations Reserve in Ontario), who uplifted Indigenous stories throughout his career.—
Jennie Punter,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Sorrows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sorrows. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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