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as in kindness
the capacity for feeling for another's unhappiness or misfortune
a country known for the humanity of its liberal immigration policy
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Recent Examples of humanity
As of now, almost all of humanity’s coffee needs are supplied by just two species: Coffea arabica and Coffea canephora, widely known as robusta.
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Marta Zaraska, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 Apr. 2025
Yet even as humanity has (mostly) moved beyond the crude and cruel racial logics that underpinned the European imperial enterprise, Maine’s racial sorting of the world continues to undergird, and confound, our attempts to divide the planet into intuitive categories.
—Zachariah Mampilly, Foreign Affairs, 1 Apr. 2025
The Myth of the Lone Genius The third myth is the archetype of the lone genius, toiling away in solitude and isolation to deliver humanity’s next great leap forward.
—Mark Nevins, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
Not heavily reliant on an explanation or plea for humanity from the audience.
—Isha Sharma, Rolling Stone, 23 Mar. 2025
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Marta Zaraska, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 Apr. 2025
Yet even as humanity has (mostly) moved beyond the crude and cruel racial logics that underpinned the European imperial enterprise, Maine’s racial sorting of the world continues to undergird, and confound, our attempts to divide the planet into intuitive categories.
—Zachariah Mampilly, Foreign Affairs, 1 Apr. 2025
The Myth of the Lone Genius The third myth is the archetype of the lone genius, toiling away in solitude and isolation to deliver humanity’s next great leap forward.
—Mark Nevins, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
Not heavily reliant on an explanation or plea for humanity from the audience.
—Isha Sharma, Rolling Stone, 23 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for humanity
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Tuning into these insights helps shape strategies that resonate authentically, making brands more relevant and impactful in a rapidly evolving world.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
4 Apr. 2025
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With Loveland, the 49ers are securing the future of the tight end position in a post-Kittle world while also giving another weapon for Kyle Shanahan to deploy on offense alongside Kittle next season.—
Fox News Staff,
FOXNews.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Katherine deals with everything from sexism to ageism, while also having to learn a few lessons about kindness and work-life balance along the way.—
James Mercadante,
EW.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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Magazine, the actor, 55, said kindness is key in Hollywood.—
Sharareh Drury,
People.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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In addition to glutamine supplements used in medical settings, some people supplement with glutamine for specific reasons.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
3 Apr. 2025
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The radium lume on the hour markers and hands have developed a rich orange patina, which some people call Pumpkin or Caramel. Passport: Explore the finest destinations and experiences around the world in the Forbes Passport newsletter.—
Thomas Wojtowicz,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Then another letter arrived — this one from my credit card company, offering sympathies to my wife.—
Sachin H. Jain,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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The sympathies of the characters waver or shift with every new rumor, and ours do the same as the truth is revealed in dribs and drabs via flashback.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Apr. 2025
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Ingesting domoic acid can cause amnesic shellfish poisoning in humans and marine mammals, according to the Marine Mammal Care Center.—
Megan Forrester,
ABC News,
2 Apr. 2025
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But regardless of the legal standing of this NAD precursor, doctors are more broadly divided on what form of NAD is optimal, how said supplement should be administered for maximum absorption, and whether supplementation is effective (or safe) in humans at all.—
Fiorella Valdesolo,
Allure,
2 Apr. 2025
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As Hoque reminds us, transcending the AI temptation means intentionally guiding innovation with purpose, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to human dignity.—
Dan Pontefract,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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The surprise announcement by military leaders who also head the unelected government came late Wednesday on state television MRTV, which said the halt in fighting would run until April 22 to show compassion for people affected by Friday's quake.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
3 Apr. 2025
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He’s done so much for the organization, given his heart and soul to it and building a culture that’s respected.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
10 Apr. 2025
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Madison Square Garden buzzed with anticipation, hearts warmed by nostalgia.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Humanity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humanity. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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