condolence
noun
Often condolences. expression of sympathy with a person who is suffering sorrow, misfortune, or grief.
condolences
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pluralof condolence.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Koizumi left the shrine without responding to reporters' questions, but he later said on Instagram that he visited to "offer his sincere condolences to the heroic spirits who sacrificed their precious lives for the nation."
From Barron's ● Aug. 15, 2026
“Our deepest condolences go out to the student’s family and friends during this difficult time. We are providing support resources to those in our community affected by this tragedy.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed condolences to the quake victims and said the UN was "supporting the Government-led response as requested."
From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026
The head of Tatarstan, Rustam Minnikhanov, confirmed the strike and shared his condolences with the families of the deceased.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
And on the morning of the sixteenth, when I asked him whether I should offer him my congratulations or my condolences, he replied that either one would do.
From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank
