empathize

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Marozzi, who declined to share his voting record over privacy concerns, explained that he can empathize with a no pain, no gain mentality.

From Barron's • Mar. 21, 2026

I deeply empathize with Jordan and Lindo — and Davidson, who has expressed profound regret in the days since.

From Salon • Mar. 1, 2026

I empathize because I’m in the exact same position, and I am also in my 70s or thereabouts.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 25, 2026

You develop an adult level of awareness to rationalize and empathize with your situation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 16, 2025

Rick said, “I took a test, one question, and verified it; I’ve begun to empathize with androids, and look what that means. You said it this morning yourself. ‘Those poor andys.’

From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick