devastated
Example Sentences
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“At the time, I was devastated and angry.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
"Nick loved his parents, and he is devastated by their deaths," the petition, filed Monday, says.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
Outwardly, she shows no signs of being devastated by her dad’s imminent passing, happily playing with him, almost in denial of his fate.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
His parents and sister were in shock, and his wife, Erika, was utterly devastated.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
“His parents were devastated, of course, M. Beaumier and Mme. Beaumier,” she continued.
From "Auggie & Me" by R. J. Palacio
