kindness
noun
kind·ness
ˈkīn(d)-nəs 
Examples of kindness in a Sentence
We thanked her for her many kindnesses.
You would be doing me a great kindness if you agreed to help.
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Values of inclusivity, values of diversity and kindness.
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Kevin Baxter Los Angeles Times, Arkansas Online, 9 Feb. 2026
However, to date, the relationship has been the best, as it has been adorned with love, kindness, joy and fulfillment.
—Eric Thomas, Sun Sentinel, 8 Feb. 2026
Any awkwardness can be banished with honest kindness.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 8 Feb. 2026
In our reporting for this story, Glamour heard many stories of kindness and community support, the kind of acts needed to sustain and offer hope amid a pervasive and looming threat.
—Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 7 Feb. 2026
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Kevin Baxter Los Angeles Times, Arkansas Online, 9 Feb. 2026
However, to date, the relationship has been the best, as it has been adorned with love, kindness, joy and fulfillment.
—Eric Thomas, Sun Sentinel, 8 Feb. 2026
Any awkwardness can be banished with honest kindness.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 8 Feb. 2026
In our reporting for this story, Glamour heard many stories of kindness and community support, the kind of acts needed to sustain and offer hope amid a pervasive and looming threat.
—Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 7 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for kindness
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“Kindness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kindness. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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kindness
noun
kind·ness
ˈkīn(d)-nəs
1
: a kind deed : favor
returned his kindness
2
: the quality or state of being kind
treat others with kindness
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