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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"First and foremost, I want to express my sympathies to the loved ones of this family who will inevitably be struggling to come to terms with this horrendous news," Stevenson said.
From BBC ● Aug. 31, 2026
By doing so, they forfeit much claim to our sympathies.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
“Our deepest sympathies are with the guests, crew, their families and loved ones, and all those affected by this tragic accident,” the company said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 19, 2026
"Our heartfelt sympathies go to Jason Arday's family and friends at this incredibly difficult time."
From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026
Pro-French sympathies were further heightened in July by the sudden influx of 2,100 French refugees, who were fleeing a fierce slave rebellion in Santo Domingo.
From "An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793" by Jim Murphy
