full mourning

Frequency: 3.51.2 per million words

Wearing traditional black clothes for an extended period after a death.

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  • After her husband's passing, she entered a period of full mourning, wearing only black for a year.
  • In some cultures, remaining in full mourning for an extended time is a sign of respect.
  • The young widow observed full mourning traditions, withdrawing from social events.
  • She was still in full mourning six months after her son's death.
  • During the Victorian era, wealthy families often donned full mourning attire for two years or more.
  • His grandmother never truly emerged from full mourning after losing her parents in the war.
  • The family decided against full mourning, opting for a more private period of grief.
  • Strict protocols dictated how long one should remain in full mourning.
  • Even after a year, she continued to wear black, maintaining full mourning as a personal choice.
  • The sudden loss plunged the entire household into full mourning.