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commiseration

[kuh-miz-uh-rey-shuhn] / kəˌmɪz əˈreɪ ʃən /


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But commiseration and understanding aren’t enough, and real psychological help isn’t something to be found in a subreddit.

From Slate Aug. 21, 2024

Even among more put-together attendees, private Slack channels were reportedly awash in commiseration.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 13, 2023

Thus the play’s enduring function as a source of solace, affirmation and commiseration.

From New York Times Apr. 20, 2022

For now, the galleries seemed primed for more than just the usual commiseration from those many fans who understand the brutality of golf but a commiseration from all those who understand calamity and recovery.

From Washington Post Apr. 10, 2022

In return, she offers me a commiseration of raised eyebrows—which is one step before a friendly smile.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman




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