solemn
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Carney made the solemn announcement without providing details on what caused the fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright on Saturday.
From Barron's ● Oct. 18, 2026
He is also less solemn than Angh might suggest.
From BBC ● Sep. 24, 2026
When solemn promises are set aside, rebuilding trust becomes more difficult.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026
Sprinkled between the solemn piano chords, his signature requinto melodies punctuate the verses and make way for the singer to ease into a more relaxed vocal tone.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 21, 2026
He responded promptly, insisting that “this paper is a fabrication,” urging Adams to remain skeptical “until positive and solemn proof of its authenticity shall be provided.”
From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis
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