sympathetic
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That’s because Pratt’s home burned in the January 2025 Palisades fire, making him a sympathetic figure among many voters — especially those living in his Westside base, they say.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
"These are likely the actions of individuals who are sympathetic to the regime," George said.
From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026
"But I am sympathetic to fans' concerns and we do want people to think about affordability."
From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026
Manguillier raced to passenger drop-off and delivered the ring to Leonard, who had secured a jump-the-line indulgence from sympathetic airport security agents.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026
“Not the true parent is the woman’s womb that bears the child,” Apollo tells a sympathetic council of jurors.
From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee
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