bereavement
Americannoun
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a period of mourning after a loss, especially after the death of a loved one.
The widow had many visitors during her bereavement.
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a state of intense grief, as after the loss of a loved one; desolation.
Not all therapists are equipped to treat clients suffering with such debilitating bereavement.
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deprivation or loss by force (usually followed byof ).
The bereavement of our community began with the closing of the mill.
noun
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the condition of having been deprived of something or someone valued, esp through death
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a death
Usage
What does bereavement mean? Bereavement is a period of mourning or or state of intense grief, especially following the death of a loved one.Bereavement is often a process that includes going through several stages of grief. Bereavement can also be used more generally to mean the state of having lost something very dear.Example: While on bereavement leave from work, Jenn coped with her loss by spending time in nature and talking to a therapist.
Etymology
Origin of bereavement
Example Sentences
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If you have been affected by issues surrounding bereavement, information is available via BBC Action Line, including contact details of organisations that can help.
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Chris Clements, managing director at Capita Public Services, said calls about bereavement and hardship were being answered quickly, but others had "unacceptable" waits.
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He stepped down last week, explaining that a family bereavement had led to the decision to quit as new leader and from his cabinet position for finance.
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Reasonable excuses for avoiding fines include serious illness or a close family bereavement.
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They said the most urgent cases, for example those experiencing bereavement, ill-health or hardship would be prioritised, with those expected to be dealt with by the end of February.
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