as in to sympathize
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Recent Examples of commiserate
When Mom reached Dad on the telephone in the White House pantry to commiserate over the earth-shattering news, Dad’s response was disbelieving.
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John Wrory Ficklin, Time, 11 Feb. 2026
Wanted to commiserate with Bruins fans, who love this historic haunt in its splendid setting, and who would – or will – be heartbroken if their Bruins succeed in breaking their lease that was supposed to last until 2044.
—Mirjam Swanson, Oc Register, 23 Nov. 2025
At drinks to commiserate over their respective firings, Brown had an idea.
—Hadley Meares, HollywoodReporter, 24 Oct. 2025
The clubhouse broke into small circles to commiserate.
—Matt Gelb, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
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John Wrory Ficklin, Time, 11 Feb. 2026
Wanted to commiserate with Bruins fans, who love this historic haunt in its splendid setting, and who would – or will – be heartbroken if their Bruins succeed in breaking their lease that was supposed to last until 2044.
—Mirjam Swanson, Oc Register, 23 Nov. 2025
At drinks to commiserate over their respective firings, Brown had an idea.
—Hadley Meares, HollywoodReporter, 24 Oct. 2025
The clubhouse broke into small circles to commiserate.
—Matt Gelb, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commiserate
Verb
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But people who love this town can’t help but sympathize with the narrator’s ex a little bit.—
SPIN Team,
SPIN,
20 Apr. 2026
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There’s no outright preaching, no plea to condemn or sympathize either way.—
David Opie,
IndieWire,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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While The Pitt forgives and empathizes with Robby’s flaws, Robby is not called on to extend that empathy to others.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2026
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There are many who support her, empathize with her and encourage her to keep sharing, and then there are those who criticize her.—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Dolfans who have waited a quarter century to cheer a playoff win, to cheer new glory days, don’t find much solace in an F1 race or in Ross’ growing wealth.—
Greg Cote
May 7,
Miami Herald,
7 May 2026
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Typically, many hopefuls either cheered or were on dance teams in college.—
Lisa Gutierrez
May 6,
Kansas City Star,
6 May 2026
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“Commiserate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commiserate. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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