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5 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Tragedy' in a Sentence

"A sorrowful, dreadful, or catastrophic event or situation; a calamity or disaster that elicits feelings of sadness or shock." more

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The environmental tragedy of the oil spill devastated marine life in the affected area.
The Shakespearean play portrayed the tragedy of star-crossed lovers.
The unfolding tragedy in the novel left readers in suspense and disbelief.
The financial tragedy of the stock market crash resulted in widespread economic hardship.
The tragic loss of the astronaut deeply affected the entire space community.

Tragedy

traj-i-dee
nounA sorrowful, dreadful, or catastrophic event or situation; a calamity or disaster that elicits feelings of sadness or shock.

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Last Updated On: December 24, 2023
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