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sympathetically

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A self-proclaimed feminist, Mr. Trudeau sympathetically chronicled the highs and lows of Joanie Caucus, the popular character who walks out on her abusive husband and their children to pursue a career in politics and law.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

Ten Hag felt he handled a delicate situation sympathetically, which included arranging for Sancho to work with coaches he knew in the Netherlands before his return to the fold.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

Strong, who won an Olivier Award for his performance in Ivo van Hove’s revival of Arthur Miller’s “A View From the Bridge,” exposes the boyish vulnerability within the sophisticated politician in his sympathetically beguiling portrayal.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 13, 2025

Mui nods sympathetically and shares that she can relate.

From Slate • Oct. 27, 2025

He smiled, sympathetically: I'm the good cop, said the smile.

From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman