- plural of sympathy.
sympathies
Example Sentences
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“We offer our deepest sympathies to Sebastian’s family and friends, who are mourning this tragic loss.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2026
Williams concluded her statement by sending her love and sympathies to Gilbert’s family, friends and his New Found Glory bandmates Jordan Pundik, Cyrus Bolooki and Ian Grushka.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 24, 2026
"Our thoughts and our sympathies are with the individual's loved ones at this difficult time," the MoD said.
From BBC ● Sep. 14, 2026
By doing so, they forfeit much claim to our sympathies.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
Ben and Mary Anne found themselves in an upstairs room alone and free from the stares and sympathies of the wives.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
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