sympathy

Example Sentences

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There was no sympathy, and little understanding of autism and how it should be treated.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Fed Governor Christopher Waller expressed sympathy on Bloomberg TV last week for consumers facing spiking gasoline prices.

From Barron's • Mar. 15, 2026

Nor does it hurt that the extraordinary popularity of the Harry Potter movies predisposes much of the audience to sympathy and affection.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

When I started limping, Aneksi exuded a sympathy limp.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

Penelope also found the tale moving, but despite her sympathy she found herself wishing that the Widow Ashton had not chosen to tell such an unappetizing story at the dinner table.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood