commiserating
- present participle of commiserate.
Example Sentences
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Most people react in similarly positive ways, expressing empathy or, my personal favorite, commiserating with me over their own nebulous medical conditions.
From Slate ● May 23, 2026
There was no celebrating in the clubhouse Sunday, but there was no commiserating either.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 28, 2024
When the Trojans and Bruins meet again, the fans from both sides who dutifully attend likely will be commiserating over another lost season.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 14, 2023
After the match we walked through the streets of Barcelona back to our hotel with Sir Bobby congratulating every Italian who recognised him and commiserating with Brazilians in their hour of despair.
From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2023
“It’s agony,” Mrs. McCullough said to Mrs. Richardson over a commiserating cup of coffee.
From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng
