empathy

Example Sentences

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This one-sided empathy is not a spontaneous response to compelling facts, however.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

He summons a gentler touch to pay tribute to the vastness of Shakespeare’s empathy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

Telling the dancers about Bodytraffic’s end was difficult and sad for Berkett, but she says she was met with gratitude and empathy for her desire to evolve.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

The boy, who cannot be named, had told police he "lacked empathy and morality" and wanted to get help.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

For only the pain of empathy will keep us human.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman