pity

Example Sentences

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“I’m not suggesting anyone pity the poor rich. But as the ‘affordability’ debate bubbles on, it’s remarkable how far up the income bracket you can go and still feel squeezed,” says Zagare.

From MarketWatch

Rowan was filled with pity for his suffering and wonder at his courage.

From Literature

His teacher and the tour guide hadn’t noticed, but there was a ring of titters and pitying glances from his classmates.

From Literature

He saw the pity in Kenny’s eyes and knew the young man thought grief was making him grasp at impossibilities.

From Literature

Well, even if she had gone there—as some sort of pity case, I reasoned—I knew she hadn’t been top student.

From Literature