most solemn
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Used in a superlative sense, indicating the highest degree of solemnity.
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- Our most solemn duty is to protect the public.
- The wedding ceremony was the most solemn event of their lives.
- He made his most solemn promise never to betray her trust.
- Her face wore its most solemn expression as she delivered the news.
- Taking the oath of office is the most solemn undertaking for any leader.
- For the victims' families, the verdict was the most solemn moment of the trial.
- The ancient ritual was performed with the most solemn reverence.
- The president's address was a most solemn declaration of war.
- It was a most solemn thought that many lives had been lost.
- The memorial service was a most solemn gathering, filled with quiet grief.