| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| "Hard same" | USA Today | 21 Sep 2024 |
| "My sympathies," casually | ||
| Empathetic phrase | USA Today | 12 Feb 2023 |
| Casual statement of sympathy | Premier Sunday | 22 Aug 2021 |
| Casual "Same here" | LA Times Daily | 24 Jan 2021 |
| Casual 'Same here' | The Washington Post | 24 Jan 2021 |