sympathetic

Example Sentences

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Iskander’s David is a young man whose youthful piety and heroism make him a sympathetic figure, notwithstanding the bag of cold cuts.

From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026

"These are likely the actions of individuals who are sympathetic to the regime," George said.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Sotomayor, who is clearly sympathetic to Reed’s argument, asserts that it has never been given fair consideration.

From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026

Manguillier raced to passenger drop-off and delivered the ring to Leonard, who had secured a jump-the-line indulgence from sympathetic airport security agents.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

No wonder she was sympathetic to the other young mothers.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein