Mike Parson

Missouri's public safety officers and first responders courageously and selflessly take on tremendous risks each time they answer a call. Each time they respond, they are quietly reaffirming their solemn commitment to risk their own lives to protect others. For this, they deserve our thanks, and continued prayers and support.

American Politician

Elias Hicks

We have met on a solemn occasion, and in this crowded assembly there is one thing that appears important, that is, for every one of us to be still, that if any thing should he said, every one may the better hear.

American Clergyman

Robert Dale Owen

How few, since the foundation of the world, have found themselves in a position environed with public perils so numerous, oppressed with responsibilities so high and solemn, as yourself!

Scottish Politician

Joe Wilson

When a government goes to war, particularly a democracy, it is the most solemn and awesome responsibility of our leaders - to decide to send our kids to go off and kill and die for us.

William Bennett

The elementary school must assume as its sublime and most solemn responsibility the task of teaching every child in it to read. Any school that does not accomplish this has failed.

Pope Francis

Proselytism is solemn nonsense; it makes no sense. We need to get to know each other, listen to each other and improve our knowledge of the world around us.

Argentinian Clergyman

Dannel Malloy

When we protect our children in their schools or on our streets, we are living up to our obligations - obligations which we should take solemnly.

Bill Foster

We owe these heroes a great deal - it is our solemn responsibility to ensure that all veterans receive the care and respect they have earned.

Joseph B. Wirthlin

Expressions of solemn testimony have long been important to the children of God upon the earth.

American Businessman

Aldous Huxley

Feasts must be solemn and rare, or else they cease to be feasts.

English Novelist

Use 'solemn' to describe situations or expressions that are not cheerful or light-hearted.

Not for Joy

'Solemn' is often associated with events like funerals, where seriousness is customary and expected.

Think Funerals

Use 'solemn' when someone makes a profound and heartfelt commitment, like a vow.

Commitment

'Solemn' indicates a level of sincerity that is more profound than casual promises or statements.

Beyond Casual

In legal contexts, 'solemn' highlights the gravity and sincerity of oaths and declarations.

Legal Weight

For solemn declarations in academia, think of serious commitments to integrity and truth.

Academic Settings

'Solemn' is used for special occasions that are formal and carry significant meaning.

Ceremonial Significance

Avoid using 'solemn' for casual or festive events; it implies a more serious, respectful tone.

Not Light-hearted

 and came to an agreement with the builder. He would only have one winter to complete the wall. If any part was unfinished by the first day of summer, he would receive no payment. And he could have no help from any other people. The gods sealed the deal with solemn oaths

The myth of Loki and the...

 the president issues a written appointment, allowing the nominee to complete the final steps to take the constitutional and judicial oaths. In doing so, they solemnly swear to administer justice without respect to persons and do equal right to the poor and the rich

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 The salesman polished it until it sparkled and shone. He carried the kettle to Morin-ji Temple and presented it to the solemn monks. His timing was perfect— they were in need of a large kettle for an important service, and purchased his pot for a handsome price.

The Japanese myth of the...

 Being solemn is easy. Being serious is hard. Children almost always begin by being serious, which is what makes them so entertaining when compared with adults as a class. Adults, on the whole, are solemn. In politics, the rare candidate who is serious,

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 but mingmingji believed this expedition was important a challenge worth the risks so we made the women a solemn promise if their husbands died on the expedition their families could live with him the wives agreed and he and his team headed to pakistan

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 installing insulation around the windows and doors to keep out the drafts. And my, then, five year-old daughter was helping me in the way that five year-olds do. And we'd been doing this for a while, when she turned to me very solemnly and said,

Tim Jackson: An economic...

 was partly to do with being more humane towards the criminal, but it was also partly because the crowd obstinately refused to behave in the way that they should. All too often, execution day was more like a carnival than a solemn ceremony.

Why Public Beheadings...

 Certain surf breaks were strickly reserved for the elite. But it wasn't just a solemn affair. Surfers competed and wagered on who could ride the farthest, the fastest, or catch the biggest wave with superior skill, granting respect,

The complicated history...

 It's not an elegant universe. And then there's the best of all possible worlds in an ethical sense. You should get solemn now, because a world in which sentient beings don't suffer needlessly,

Why does the universe...

 We are all very mindful of our solemn responsibility in telling this story, and we are especially mindful today, on April 4th,

Solemn

Deeply serious or grave.

Often appears as...

Sincere and earnest.

Often appears as...

Characterized by deep sincerity.

Often appears as...

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Marked by ceremony or ritual.

Often appears as...

Not for Joy

Think Funerals

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