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sadden

[ sad-n ]

verb (used with or without object)

  1. to make or become sad.


sadden

/ ˈsædən /

verb

  1. to make or become sad
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Other Word Forms

  • sadden·ing·ly adverb
  • un·saddened adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of sadden1

First recorded in 1590–1600; sad + -en 1
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Example Sentences

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“I’m really saddened by today’s attack on our city,” Palm Springs Police Chief Andrew Mills said.

Her GP surgery, The Vale Practice, told the BBC it was "deeply saddened" by Ms Chesterton's death, and said it now only provided appointments with GPs, nurses and pharmacists after a "thorough" review.

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Garda Commissioner Drew Harris said he was deeply saddened by the death of his colleague and extended his sympathies to Mr Flatley's family and friends.

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“These accusations are both outrageous and deeply saddening, as such behavior runs counter to the values we stand for as a premier law enforcement agency.”

"But most of all, we are all extremely saddened to hear about the loss of Owen and Shane, and we send our sincerest heartfelt condolences to their families and friends".

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