as in to sympathize
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Recent Examples of commiserate
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.
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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
On the heels of Karen’s sentencing, the women gather at Gizelle’s house to commiserate, and spend the whole scene dancing between concern, empathy, and absurdity.
—Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2025
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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
On the heels of Karen’s sentencing, the women gather at Gizelle’s house to commiserate, and spend the whole scene dancing between concern, empathy, and absurdity.
—Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commiserate
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Vance added that the president continues to sympathize with the Iranian people, but nuclear weapons remain a paramount interest.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Feb. 2026
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Immigrants who are living and working legally in Florida might not sympathize with foreign nationals who don’t follow the rules.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 Feb. 2026
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Many people lack the skills needed to manage their emotions, empathize with others, and resolve conflicts.—
Jasna Hodžić,
Big Think,
29 Jan. 2026
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Kerr empathized with the Timberwolves for having to play under such circumstances after the events of Saturday in their home city.—
Nick Friedell,
New York Times,
27 Jan. 2026
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Everybody is rooting for you guys and everybody's cheering for you.—
MICHELLE L. PRICE THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
6 Feb. 2026
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In Oklahoma City, after several protests and a packed city council meeting, a company that had planned to sell its warehouse to ICE backed out of the deal – a move cheered by Republican Mayor David Holt.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Commiserate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commiserate. Accessed 13 Feb. 2026.
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