sympathy

Example Sentences

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Max prides himself on his success and has zero sympathy for life’s also-rans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

The Croat deserves sympathy, not least as he comes to terms with the death of his father, but also because he walked into a toxic atmosphere which built up under sacked predecessor Thomas Frank.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Fed Governor Christopher Waller expressed sympathy on Bloomberg TV last week for consumers facing spiking gasoline prices.

From Barron's • Mar. 15, 2026

When I started limping, Aneksi exuded a sympathy limp.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

A grip of the hand, the tightening of an arm over the shoulder, a sob in unison, are expressions of sympathy dear to a man’s heart.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker