Her comment was nothing but an expression of grief and disbelief, but she was devastated.

Magpies have been observed engaging in elaborate social rituals, possibly including the expression of grief.

It began as a natural expression of grief and has turned into social turmoil.

But his loss has also brought out something else - a vengeful intolerance of those whose view of the monarchy diverges even mildly from conventional expressions of grief and adoration.

Further, high melodies would cover the singers' expressions of grief or joy, thus breaking decorum.