sympathy
Example Sentences
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Former Everton midfielder Leon Osman, who played under Moyes during his first spell in charge at the club, understands the youngster's situation and has sympathy.
From BBC • May 4, 2026
With sympathy for Spirit workers, “this is a business that is unsalvageable at this point,” Harteveldt said, with no viable plan to remain in business.
From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026
Press secretary Karoline Leavitt said that although the U.S. “has seen some cooperation” from Mexico, more needs to be done and that some sympathy for the fallen U.S. officials “would be well worth it.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
King Charles will address the US Congress on Tuesday and it is expected that he will express sympathy over the attack.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026
So I’m a little confused by the look of sympathy on the secretary’s face when she shows me into Mr. Brademas’s office.
From "Linked" by Gordon Korman
Vocabulary lists containing sympathy
"The Monkey's Paw" by W. W. Jacobs
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Common Senses: Path ("Feeling")
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Unit 3: Compelling Evidence
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