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Grief

Definition

(formal) Intense emotional suffering, especially caused by someone's death; profound mental anguish. Often collocates with 'overcome', 'express', 'process', 'cope with'.

Example Sentences

1The family struggled to come to terms with their grief after the sudden loss of their loved one.
2The psychologist specialises in helping patients work through their grief and find a path towards healing.
3It's essential to acknowledge and validate someone's grief, rather than dismissing their feelings as mere sentimentality.
4The community rallied around the bereaved family, offering support and comfort in their time of grief.
5The artist's latest sculpture is a poignant exploration of the complexities of human grief and the search for meaning in the face of loss.

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