sadden
verb (used with or without object)
to make or become sad.
saddened
Example Sentences
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“The City of Lynwood is deeply saddened and disturbed by the reported animal cruelty incident that has caused significant concern throughout our community,” the city said in a statement released Friday.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 13, 2026
Devon’s departure has saddened and disappointed Larry Nichols, people close to him said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026
"This has been one of the most difficult weeks in our history, and I know many of you are angry, saddened, and struggling," Kotlikoff continued.
From Barron's ● Oct. 4, 2026
On Wednesday, a spokesperson for Sunderland College said they were "deeply saddened" by the deaths of three of their students.
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026
It was obvious that it saddened The Giver very deeply.
From "The Giver" by Lois Lowry
