How do you use Sympathy in a sentence? See 20 example sentences showing how this word appears in different contexts, including synonyms like understanding or inclination, plus the exact meaning.
Sympathy in a sentence
Sympathy meaning
- A feeling of pity or sorrow for the suffering or distress of another.
- The formal expression of pity or sorrow for someone else's misfortune.
Synonyms of Sympathy
Sympathy in Dutch
Example sentences (20)
After the Queen’s death, the outpouring of sympathy from the public clearly touched and, at times, overwhelmed him.
Biden’s 23-minute talk began on a serious note as he spoke in sympathy for earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria.
He also warned the protesters against any violence, saying that the government has "no sympathy" for such action.
He didn’t have any sympathy for her because Li Finnegan is the only female he believes has earned such a distinction.
Ida says: Dear King Charles III, I would like to express my sympathy for the loss of your mother, Queen Elizabeth II.
I have a sympathy for your mental health difficulties but nevertheless they do not excuse what you did,” he said.
In the comments, people expressed their sympathy and offered alternative solutions for a similar event to occur again.
Artyom doesn't have much sympathy for draft dodgers and deserters, though he can see the wisdom in making a run for it.
I have a great deal of sympathy for the Palestinians and their bad politics because it’s based on two problems.
Talia got updates on all the failed ways Sloan had gone after revenge and had sympathy for Chanel’s side of the situation.
So it’s hard, and I get it, and nothing but sympathy, but I’m telling you these people, the chief is right.
Sydney had no sympathy though, running all over West Coast to kick 18 unanswered goals including 11 in the third quarter alone.
He said: “I’ve got a lot of empathy and sympathy for them, but also university income has been frozen.
During the election period, they said that Governor Sanwoolu was moving around to get sympathy votes.
Expressions of sympathy, memories, and photos of Tom may be shared with his family through his tribute page at huehnsfuneralhome.
Expressions of sympathy, memories, and photos of Arvin may be shared with his family through his tribute page at huehnsfuneralhome.
Meanwhile, Postecoglou has been open in his admission that he felt sympathy for Giovanni van Bronckhorst after his Rangers sacking.
Let me begin by thanking you once again for all your kind messages of support and sympathy around the passing of Daniel last quarter.
Dr Straker told the family: "Let me begin by offering you my sincerest sympathy and condolences.
Sharon explained she was exhausted and not feeling great mentally after her friend died during the week, but Smolin showed no sympathy.
Common combinations with sympathy
These word pairs occur most frequently in English texts:
- sympathy for 71×
- of sympathy 32×
- sympathy to 16×
- sympathy with 15×
- sympathy and 14×
- sympathy from 11×
- some sympathy 10×
- and sympathy 9×
- deepest sympathy 8×
- no sympathy 7×
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