sympathy
noun
the act or state of feeling sorrow or compassion for another.
sympathies
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pluralof sympathy.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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“Our thoughts and sincere sympathies are with her family, friends, and the entire running community.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 3, 2026
Some may take to the streets to express those sympathies.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 26, 2026
Dan Swaine, the local authority's executive director of place, said the council was "deeply saddened" by the incident and sent its "deepest sympathies" to the man's family and those who were at the scene.
From BBC ● Oct. 12, 2026
“We offer our deepest sympathies to Sebastian’s family and friends, who are mourning this tragic loss.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2026
Seen from above this way they are pale, doomed blossoms, bound to appeal to your sympathies.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
