sympathy
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom also expressed sympathy for the victims and their families, while thanking emergency personnel for their work.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026
Ever since his first term, when one of “his” red states suffered a natural disaster, he immediately showed sympathy and sent federal relief.
From Salon ● Sep. 7, 2026
They argue, reasonably, that the three dead Clancy children are the real victims, and they have no sympathy for Ms. Clancy.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 31, 2026
The 1997 image of the 12-year-old prince walking stony-faced and head bowed behind his mother's coffin earned enduring global sympathy.
From Barron's ● Aug. 23, 2026
I should’ve known I’d get no sympathy for that one.
From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas
The taoiseach expressed his sympathies with Burnham following the recent death of his father.
From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026
"The company extends its deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathies to their families, loved ones, and colleagues during this difficult time."
From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2026
“Our heartfelt sympathies go to Jason Arday’s family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
"Our heartfelt sympathies go to Jason Arday's family and friends at this incredibly difficult time."
From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026
“My name is Nate Edwards, and I’m the new sheriff. I want to extend my sympathies for the loss of your mother.”
From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce
Vocabulary lists containing sympathy
"The Monkey's Paw" by W. W. Jacobs
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