express sympathy

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She also provides a nutshell summary for friends and family members wishing to express sympathy.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

The president did not express sympathy for the victims or explain what was sad — the alleged crime itself, or that Mountbatten-Windsor may eventually face prosecution, trial and punishment for what he reportedly did.

From Salon • Feb. 20, 2026

Party members at the event at Sandown talk seriously about electoral success, and while many express sympathy for Robinson, they understand why he might be politically unpalatable.

From BBC • Jan. 11, 2025

The region has an autonomous assembly and government and is populated by ethnic Turks who adhere to Orthodox Christianity and generally express sympathy for Russia.

From Reuters • Sep. 20, 2023

And if it pleases you or him to say that I have joined you merely because I express sympathy, and promise to say nothing, well and good.

From Sunrise by Black, William