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Tragic

usgb/ˈtrædʒɪk/Volume
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Emotional Intensity

Used to express deep sadness and often a sense of shock or devastation.

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The community responded with a tragic sense of loss.
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Not for Trivial

Avoid using 'tragic' for minor sad events. It's for serious, often irreversible situations.

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Losing a game isn't tragic, but losing a loved one is.
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Not Always Death

While often related to death or suffering, 'tragic' can also describe situations of great misfortune.

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His career's tragic downfall was unexpected.
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