empathize

Example Sentences

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Marozzi, who declined to share his voting record over privacy concerns, explained that he can empathize with a no pain, no gain mentality.

From Barron's • Mar. 21, 2026

I deeply empathize with Jordan and Lindo — and Davidson, who has expressed profound regret in the days since.

From Salon • Mar. 1, 2026

When I think about what my kids will need as they get older, it’s human qualities: the ability to relate, to empathize and be around other humans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

Lawrence: Mike already made the point here, just randomly on this interview — it doesn’t matter if you empathize and you’re around it.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2026

If we could see one another’s pain and empathize with one another, it would never be worth it to us to commit the crimes in the first place.

From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah