How to Use condolence in a Sentence

condolence

noun
  • We wish to express our sincere condolences to your family.
  • The governor issued a statement of condolence to the victims' families.
  • Hundreds of people commented on the picture, with many sending their condolences about the issues she's been facing.
    Emily Trainham, Fox News, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Those wishing to express their condolences can choose a cancer research group or charity of their choice and make a donation in Neil’s name.
    Darlene Aderoju, PEOPLE.com, 10 Jan. 2020
  • Our deepest sympathy and condolences are with David's family and friends during this difficult time.
    Dan Primack, Axios, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Endless rows of bouquets filled the corridors, with notes of condolence signed by the great and the good of South Korean business and politics.
    The Economist, 22 Jan. 2020
  • After news Bryant's death broke, the league released a statement sending condolences to his wife, Vanessa Bryant, and their family.
    Lisa Respers France, CNN, 28 Jan. 2020
  • Sending strength and my deepest condolences to Vanessa, the Bryant family, and all the families affected by this tragedy.
    Rachel Epstein, Marie Claire, 26 Jan. 2020
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered condolences on the deaths and hopes for speedy recovery of the injured.
    BostonGlobe.com, 29 Jan. 2020
  • German Chancellor Olaf Scholz offered his condolences to those affected.
    Felix Franz, ABC News, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha in a tweet expressed his condolences to the families of those who lost their lives or were injured, and said the focus was on keeping people safe.
    Feliz Solomon, WSJ, 9 Feb. 2020
  • One by one the boys wished my son and I their condolences and prayers.
    Paul Daugherty, Cincinnati.com, 18 Apr. 2018
  • To post an online condolence please click the Guest Book tab on the left side of your screen.
    sun-sentinel.com, 12 July 2019
  • Fans and friends offered their condolences in the comments of the post.
    Amy Haneline, USA TODAY, 2 June 2023
  • My condolences to the one apologetic- looking woman in the group.
    Seattle Times Readers, The Seattle Times, 3 July 2017
  • Hani, thank you so much and our condolences for the loss of your brother.
    Abc News, ABC News, 3 Dec. 2024
  • My current wife brought a condolence casserole to the house — and didn’t go home.
    Amy Dickinson, oregonlive, 21 July 2021
  • My current wife brought a condolence casserole to the house – and didn’t go home.
    Amy Dickinson, Detroit Free Press, 21 July 2021
  • Here's what the Bidens wrote in their condolence signings for the queen, according to the White House.
    Sean Nevin, NBC News, 18 Sep. 2022
  • My condolences for your loss, and best wishes for a healthy birth.
    Detroit Free Press, 27 Oct. 2019
  • Friends and fans are now leaving messages of condolence on the post.
    Kristin Koch, Seventeen, 7 July 2019
  • The Biondos signed the condolence book for the late Queen Elizabeth.
    Lola Sherman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Dec. 2022
  • The Cambridges sent a condolence reply letter to those who reached out in light of their loss.
    Annie Goldsmith, Town & Country, 19 Aug. 2021
  • Hundreds of them have since shared their condolences on the most recent post.
    Caroline Picard, Good Housekeeping, 16 Mar. 2018
  • Hoards of fans and other artists have expressed their condolences and sorrow in the wake of his death.
    refinery29.com, 27 June 2018
  • My prayers and condolences go out to his family, band and crew.
    Robert Philpot, star-telegram, 23 June 2018
  • Friends and clients went online to share their condolences and memories of the avid surfer.
    Jireh Deng, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2024
  • Fans and friends of the rapper took note of the rare moment and offered condolences and strength in the comment section.
    Marc Griffin, VIBE.com, 2 Aug. 2024
  • There will be a guest book where fans can express their condolences.
    Julie Hinds, Detroit Free Press, 16 May 2018
  • When Faraj called to offer his condolences, the man could barely speak through sobs.
    Sarah Dadouch, Washington Post, 5 Oct. 2023

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