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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Researchers explored how prosocial behavior, acts of genuine kindness and concern for others influences perceptions of physical attractiveness.
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
But Mike throws the man’s kindness back in his face by knocking him out and lifting his watch and wallet.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 17 May 2025
Jason raised his daughter with values such as kindness, tolerance, and self-care.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 15 May 2025
Akil desperately wanted to be part of this show and found her way in with Whitehorn by leading with kindness.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 15 May 2025
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
But Mike throws the man’s kindness back in his face by knocking him out and lifting his watch and wallet.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 17 May 2025
Jason raised his daughter with values such as kindness, tolerance, and self-care.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 15 May 2025
Akil desperately wanted to be part of this show and found her way in with Whitehorn by leading with kindness.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 15 May 2025
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 25 May. 2025.
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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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