Below you will find example sentences with "sad news". The examples show how this phrase is used in natural context and which words often surround it.
Sad News in a sentence
Corpus data
- Displayed example sentences: 20
- Discovered as a combination around: sad
- Corpus frequency in the collocation scan: 11
- Phrase length: 2 words
- Average sentence length: 20.9 words
Sentence profile
- Phrase position: 6 start, 11 middle, 3 end
- Sentence types: 19 statements, 0 questions, 1 exclamations
Corpus analysis
- The phrase "sad news" has 2 words and usually appears in the middle in these examples. The average sentence has 20.9 words and is mostly made up of statements.
- Around this phrase, patterns and context words such as sad news from the, announced the sad news of his, shared, good and passed stand out.
- In the phrase index, this combination connects with news updates, cbs news and abc news, linking the page to nearby combinations.
Example types with sad news
This selection groups the examples by length and sentence type, making usage of the full phrase easier to scan:
Another said: “Very sad news. (5 words)
Sad news from the world of cricket today. (8 words)
Dominic Chambers of Whitehaven said: “Very, very sad news. (9 words)
Announcing the sad news her mum had passed away, the former Big Brother star shared a series of photos of her mum – one of which showed her smiling wearing a yellow top while sitting on a hospital bed. (38 words)
In light of the sad news surrounding Brown's finances, Mail Sport takes a look at what has happened to the rest of United's famous squad of 1998-1999. (30 words)
Sad news from the European independent wrestling scene, as German promotion wXw has shared that their two-time World champion Absolute Andy died on Nov. 23 after a long illness. (30 words)
Biggest prayers out to David Stern and the Stern Family….sad sad news, but we know he’s a fighter and will make it through! (25 words)
Example sentences (20)
Biggest prayers out to David Stern and the Stern Family….sad sad news, but we know he’s a fighter and will make it through!
And Ranvir Singh has also shared her devastation at the tragic news. on Sunday, former Strictly star Ranvir wrote: "Terribly sad news.
I have a good relationship with him… he’s a good friend and it’s sad news,” Pochettino told a news conference.
Announcing the sad news her mum had passed away, the former Big Brother star shared a series of photos of her mum – one of which showed her smiling wearing a yellow top while sitting on a hospital bed.
Another said: “Very sad news.
Block’s team Hoonigan Racing announced the sad news of his death, saying: ‘Ken was a visionary, a pioneer and an icon.
Days following Hlophe’s death, the country was once again faced with sad news after the passing on of Minister of Labour and Social Security Makhosi Vilakati.
Dominic Chambers of Whitehaven said: “Very, very sad news.
Falynn Pina shared some sad news via social media.
Fellow Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood said: 'I've just woken up to the sad news that my gorgeous colleague and dear friend Len Goodman has passed away.
Following the sad news of Gambon's passing, several of Gambon's costars -- as well as many fans -- took to social media to pay tribute.
He wrote: "Absolutely gutted to hear the sad news that Gordon has passed away.
His family's representative confirmed the sad news in a statement on Monday.
In light of the sad news surrounding Brown's finances, Mail Sport takes a look at what has happened to the rest of United's famous squad of 1998-1999.
It is very sad news to see him leaving us and I am sure Jack and him will be together again to discuss the good old days.
Mzansi’s hearts are bleeding once again as they woke up to the sad news of multi-award winning musician Bulelwa “” Mkutukana’s passing on Monday evening.
One said: “Oh, that’s such sad news, especially more so when riding for such an important cause.
Sad news from the European independent wrestling scene, as German promotion wXw has shared that their two-time World champion Absolute Andy died on Nov. 23 after a long illness.
Sad news from the world of cricket today.
Senior Labour MP Chris Bryant added: "It is very sad news to hear that Betty Boothroyd has died.