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broken heart

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noun

  1. devastating sorrow, especially from disappointment in love; heartbreak.

    When you're young, you think you'll never recover from a broken heart.

Etymology

Origin of broken heart

First recorded in 1825–35

Example Sentences

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"Thank you for the creations you left us with in this world Broken heart," added Welsh electronic musician Kelly Lee Owens.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2021

"RIP fashion icon Harry Brant. Broken heart," another added.

From Fox News • Jan. 19, 2021

“Rest in peace guitar legend Eddie Van Halen. Broken heart We will miss you,” tweeted Billy Idol.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 6, 2020

Broken heart symbol courtesy Wikimedia Commons Two weeks ago, I declared my love for you.

From Slate • Aug. 29, 2012

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