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as in tenderness
sympathetic concern for the well-being of others
with touching kindness, the couple offered the stranded tourists a place to stay for the night
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as in sympathy
the capacity for feeling for another's unhappiness or misfortune
out of the kindness of your heart, would you at least consider adopting this stray cat?
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as in courtesy
an act of kind assistance
what a kindness to allow us to use your car for the funeral
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Recent Examples of kindness
Thanks to Burnett's signature combination of kindness and persistence, West, who covers Taylor Swift, shook it off.
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Brad Schmitt, Nashville Tennessean, 20 Oct. 2025
His recent and sudden passing reminds us that the most meaningful legacies are not measured in headlines, but built on humility, generosity, kindness and the mentorship of others.
—Peter Zaffino, Fortune, 19 Oct. 2025
Gomez, who recently married producer Benny Blanco, went on to urge her followers to show kindness.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 18 Oct. 2025
Kim and Ryan Gastinger came out to the protest dressed as the popular 1980s Care Bears to spread some kindness.
—Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 18 Oct. 2025
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Brad Schmitt, Nashville Tennessean, 20 Oct. 2025
His recent and sudden passing reminds us that the most meaningful legacies are not measured in headlines, but built on humility, generosity, kindness and the mentorship of others.
—Peter Zaffino, Fortune, 19 Oct. 2025
Gomez, who recently married producer Benny Blanco, went on to urge her followers to show kindness.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 18 Oct. 2025
Kim and Ryan Gastinger came out to the protest dressed as the popular 1980s Care Bears to spread some kindness.
—Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 18 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kindness
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From viral skits to personal storytelling, Alexandra Madison and Jon Bouffard have become a powerful presence in the TikTok universe, drawing in millions with an intimate blend of humor, transparency, and everyday tenderness.—
Hannah Nwoko,
Parents,
21 Oct. 2025
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External hemorrhoids, on the other hand, tend to cause itching, tenderness and swelling that can make any sitting uncomfortable.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
21 Oct. 2025
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Following Irwin’s death, musicians like Kacey Musgraves, Ed Sheeran, Jon Bon Jovi and Margo Price all took to social media to express their sympathies.—
Stuart Dyos,
Nashville Tennessean,
20 Oct. 2025
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Federline feels bad for her — but there is a limit to that sympathy, in part because of her alleged mistreatment of their sons.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
17 Oct. 2025
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Check out a first look at Deadwyler’s character, courtesy of HBO, below.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
17 Oct. 2025
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The show also featured a number of musical performances courtesy of TWICE, Karol G, Madison Beer and Missy Elliott.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
16 Oct. 2025
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When Balistreri's Bluemound Inn posted the news on Facebook, customers and former employees replied to that posting with fond memories and praise for the restaurateur's warmth and generosity.—
Jim Higgins,
jsonline.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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Your generosity to his siblings in times of need has nothing to do with him.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Denver Post,
16 Oct. 2025
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With trust and engagement at an all-time low, companies need to help leaders strengthen human skills such as self-awareness, clear communication, and compassion.—
Rasmus Hougaard,
Harvard Business Review,
20 Oct. 2025
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Jane tried so hard for so many years to spread her message of hope and compassion.—
Lisa Wade,
Mercury News,
19 Oct. 2025
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Give yourselve some grace with some perspective.—
Bill Hoogterp,
Fortune,
19 Oct. 2025
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Beamer earned some grace with three winning seasons in his first four.—
Seth Emerson,
New York Times,
19 Oct. 2025
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The third-highest goal scorer in the club’s history had his heart set on chasing down more records and winning another Golden Boot.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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My heart doesn't feel okay with it.—
Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
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What’s more, the questionable financial literacy and investment skills of most Americans leaves them at the mercy of providers of financial services and products of all kinds.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
22 Oct. 2025
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Adding someone via trade is also an option, but the Yankees and Brian Cashman would then be at the mercy of another general manager.—
Drew VonScio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Kindness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kindness. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.
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