sympathizes

Definition of sympathizesnext
present tense third-person singular of sympathize

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for sympathizes
Verb
  • Johnson empathizes with callow Nets Brooklyn used a pair of rookies in the starting lineup (Nolan Traore and Egor Demin) and had two more in the bench rotation (Danny Wolf and Drake Powell).
    Jeff McDonald, San Antonio Express-News, 26 Feb. 2026
  • Kesey recognizes her literary talent and also empathizes with her over the loss of her child, having been deeply marked by the death of one of his sons in a road accident.
    Richard Brody, New Yorker, 13 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Ghostwriting has been around forever, the Association of Ghostwriters reassures its clients.
    Emily Hodgson Anderson, The Conversation, 25 Mar. 2026
  • Porcelain tile also offers long-term durability, which reassures buyers.
    Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • As Community fans patiently await a Troy and Abed reunion to heal their hearts, Donald Glover assures six seasons and a movie are still the plan.
    Glenn Garner, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2026
  • Brandon also assures her that there are two human head writers working alongside the AI, so no guild rules are being broken.
    Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 30 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The crowd cheers back enthusiastically in response.
    Annie Harrigan, Billboard, 31 Mar. 2026
  • The oldest students get the chance to search for the afikomen, while the rest of the crowd cheers them on.
    Jessica Tzikas, Sun Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Nothing comforts quite like a spoon bread does.
    Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026
  • The nurturing Moon comforts therapeutic Chiron, brightening your 5th House of Amusement — this is your moment to attempt a new way of expressing yourself without judging yourself.
    Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 1 Mar. 2026
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“Sympathizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sympathizes. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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