empathy
Example Sentences
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“Companion chatbots do not have the same capacity for empathy as a human being,” Padilla said, “and yet the nature of the technology can create this perception.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026
Justice Sonia Sotomayor criticized Justice Brett Kavanaugh’s seeming lack of empathy regarding an immigration case, later apologizing.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026
"I hope audiences leave with a better understanding of what Belfast went through but also some empathy for all the characters just to see it's not all black and white."
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
There’s not a textbook for empathy the way there is for Python or for bookkeeping.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 11, 2026
Amelia’s mom says, “Take your time, Edie. We’re not in any hurry. And, Amelia, you better quit that tone and apologize, young lady. Have some empathy for your friend.”
From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day
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