The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word PITIES
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does PITIES mean?
PITIES noun- A feeling of sympathy at the misfortune or suffering of someone or something.
- Something regrettable.
- Piety.
- To feel pity for (someone or something).
- To make (someone) feel pity; to provoke the sympathy or compassion of.