pity
Example Sentences
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Tansy stood back, pity in her eyes, and dread.
From Literature
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Mrs. Kuen fixed her gaze on me, and it dawned on me that she pitied me.
From Literature
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“Your weird little rat’s nest—I always assumed that Tess must be taking pity on a poor relation. But you’re rich, richer even than my family.”
From Literature
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It’s a pity that the rest of us have to be along for the ride.
From Salon
I actually pity other drivers on the road—and I pity myself, when I’m relegated to our gas-powered vehicle.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.