Example Sentences

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I am sobbing gently because it doesn’t have to be a surprise.

From Slate • Jul. 22, 2024

Lucia’s father makes a speech, but I am sobbing so keenly that I can hardly make out what he’s saying.

From The Guardian • Apr. 9, 2019

Even after my father’s done speaking, I am sobbing.

From "Every Day" by David Levithan

And now my voice is trembling and I am sobbing.

From "The Queen of Water" by Laura Resau

And yet here I am, sobbing alone on the side of the road while my one and only friend runs in the opposite direction.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller