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I am really sad because of it vs I am really sad of it

The correct phrase is "I am really sad because of it." The preposition "because of" is necessary to show the reason for feeling sad. "I am really sad of it" is not a common or correct construction in English.

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 559 views

I am really sad because of it

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express the reason for feeling sad.

This phrase is used to explain the cause or reason for feeling sad. The preposition "because of" is essential to convey this meaning.

Examples:

  • I am really sad because of the news.
  • She is really sad because of the breakup.
  • He is really sad because of the loss.
  • They are really sad because of the situation.
  • We are really sad because of the accident.
  • Anyway, I am really sad because of it. I built this machine and now I can't figure why its doing this. Can anyone help me diagnose the problem?
  • Aug 1, 2013 ... Very nice lineart and colors... but her face is... strange :/ I am really sad because of it because this face destroy that good image in technical way ...
  • Sep 12, 2012 ... ... to have my account "Castilista" anymore, Woozworld has gotten really boring for me. And I am really sad because of it. Read more Show less.

I am really sad of it

This phrase is not correct in English. The preposition "of" alone is not sufficient to convey the reason for feeling sad.

  • The fluid is smelly but i didn't feeling any pain or itchy...i faced this problem few months agos..i am really sad of it..It is caused by the cyst?or just caused by yeast  ...

Alternatives:

  • I am really sad because of it.

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