Example Sentences

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"It's always sad to say good-bye to people who have contributed to our mission and to building this company," he wrote.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Kopitar, who announced in September that this season would be his last, gave an emotional good-bye speech to the fans after the final regular-season home game.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

“Now the time has come for me to say good-bye … to the game that gave me purpose and pride,” Anthony said in a videotaped message announcing his decision - one he called “bittersweet.”

From Washington Times • May 22, 2023

Monday’s state funeral was filled with those kinds of moments as Britain said good-bye to its longest-serving monarch with all the pageantry the nation is known for.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 19, 2022

I think I can see Galileo now, so I’ll say good-bye.

From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr