as in philanthropic
having or showing a concern for the welfare of others
humanitarian efforts to aid the earthquake victims
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Recent Examples of humanitarian
Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 5 Jan. 2026
Abuzir, 58, has been running for humanitarian causes since 2010.
—Laura Turbay, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026
Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 11 Jan. 2026
Among them was the plane’s owner, Greg Biffle, a NASCAR Hall of Fame nominee whose life as a humanitarian off the track measured up to his fearlessness on it.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 31 Dec. 2025
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Adjective
Today’s news comes after the Actor Awards said last month that Harrison Ford will receive the SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award, the guild’s highest honor recognizing career and humanitarian accomplishments.
—Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 5 Jan. 2026
Abuzir, 58, has been running for humanitarian causes since 2010.
—Laura Turbay, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026
Noun
Pine sought to bring down international arms dealer Richard Roper (Hugh Laurie), a terrible human posing as a humanitarian.
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 11 Jan. 2026
Among them was the plane’s owner, Greg Biffle, a NASCAR Hall of Fame nominee whose life as a humanitarian off the track measured up to his fearlessness on it.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 31 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for humanitarian
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The Archewell Foundation formally launched in late 2020, establishing the philanthropic pillar of their new life outside the royal fold.—
Erin Hill,
PEOPLE,
19 Dec. 2025
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The ship’s medical team will also provide support to isolated communities during its travels, and residents participate in philanthropic initiatives centered on conservation, education, and community development.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
8 Dec. 2025
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The five-time NBA champion and later philanthropist and film producer is also remembered by his devotion to his family.—
Monica Haider,
CNN Money,
27 Jan. 2026
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Elliott Broidy is a philanthropist and chairman and CEO of Boca Raton’s Broidy Capital Holdings, LLC.—
Elliott Broidy,
Sun Sentinel,
27 Jan. 2026
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However, this time around, the charitable efforts faced unique challenges, said Anne Lehman, Smitten Kitten’s acting manager.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
24 Jan. 2026
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Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust’s portfolio.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
24 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Trump should ask himself whether stirring a hornet’s nest serves any purpose other than pointlessly alienating a benevolent neighbor that is beginning to pad its insurance policy by reaching out to non-hemispheric powers.—
Daniel DePetris,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Jan. 2026
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Buckle up for progress in career, finances, love, family, visibility, with an umbrella of benevolent protection.—
Kimberly King,
Baltimore Sun,
24 Jan. 2026
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“Humanitarian.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humanitarian. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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