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grieved

  • past participle
    of grieve.
    grieve
    verb (used without object)
    to feel grief or great sorrow.
  • past tense form
    of grieve.
    grieve
    verb (used without object)
    to feel grief or great sorrow.

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He turned down a chance to coach his country in 2006, believing that the busier fixture list at Wasps would suit him better as he grieved the death of his brother.

From BBC ● Jun. 11, 2026

“I am profoundly grieved at the loss of my partner and brother,” said attorney John Branca, co-executor of the Michael Jackson estate with McClain.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 27, 2026

Montazeri grieved by sitting in front of his mother’s vanity, imagining she was sitting behind the mirror asking him everyday questions about homework or chores.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 27, 2026

In his letter, Altman said he had held off on a public apology to the people of Tumbler Ridge because "time was also needed to respect the community as you grieved".

From BBC ● Apr. 24, 2026

I grieved their losses with them and celebrated when their kids hit significant milestones.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama