Collocations of sad case

heartbreaking case
Frequency: 80 %

The story of the abandoned puppy was a heartbreaking case that touched many people.

tragic case
Frequency: 70 %

The death of the young boy was a tragic case that shook the entire community.

unfortunate case
Frequency: 60 %

The car accident that left the family injured was an unfortunate case of being in the wrong place at the wrong time.

pitiful case
Frequency: 45 %

The elderly woman living alone in poverty was a pitiful case that moved the neighbors to help her.

Idiomatic Expressions for sad case

  • Phrase: it's a sad case of...
    Meaning: used to describe a situation that is unfortunate or regrettable
    Usage: It's a sad case of miscommunication that led to their breakup.