mankind

Definition of mankindnext
as in humanity
the human race all of mankind stands to gain if world peace is ever achieved

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Recent Examples of mankind Altman is describing a mutation of mankind well underway. Chop Choppish Shop, Air Mail, 2 May 2026 Inspirational history like Paul Revere’s ride can change the world today, by calling us to action for the common good of mankind. William Lambers, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Apr. 2026 Today, as in all of mankind’s yesterdays, guarantees this type of song will never go out of style. Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 16 Apr. 2026 Today, as in all of mankind’s yesterdays, guarantees this song will never go out of style. Kiana Mickles, Pitchfork, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mankind
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Noun
  • If that occurs, The Economist’s two-track internet may be remembered as one of the earliest signs that humanity had begun constructing a parallel universe of knowledge for a new form of intelligence.
    Sreedhar Potarazu, Baltimore Sun, 20 June 2026
  • Koller remains optimistic about humanity's future with AI, believing many will strive for greater achievements.
    John Werner, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
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  • In recent weeks, Connecticut enacted provisions for companion chatbots that sustain an ongoing relationship with a human.
    Marc Levy, Los Angeles Times, 21 June 2026
  • Sourcing & Methodology This article was generated by software that analyzes National Weather Service warnings and advisories and creates an article based on templates created by humans.
    Southern California Weather Report, Daily News, 20 June 2026

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“Mankind.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mankind. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.

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