commiserate

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

When a co-host tried to commiserate about being “held back” in eighth grade for academic reasons, Dybantsa cut him off: “I did not get ‘held back.’

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 22, 2026

While a dejected England leave for home well beaten and under mounting pressure, Smith told TNT Sports he planned to have "a jar" with counterpart Stokes and commiserate.

From Barron's • Jan. 8, 2026

They commiserate, and offer suggestions for how to keep the absent spouse involved even while they are away.

From Slate • Nov. 6, 2025

At the end of a fractious series, India broke off from the delirious celebrations to commiserate with Woakes, then embarked on a lap of honour, soaking up a historic win with their jubilant fans.

From BBC • Aug. 4, 2025

If the pain weren’t so raw, she’d go over there to commiserate.

From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon