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as in kindness
the capacity for feeling for another's unhappiness or misfortune
those who refuse to contribute to the fund for the famine victims must have no heart
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as in center
a thing or place that is of greatest importance to an activity or interest
the heart of the village economy was the outdoor market
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as in courage
strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger
never lost heart while she was lost in the woods
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as in core
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
at the heart of the problem is the school's outmoded computer system avoided any small talk and got right to the heart of the matter
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as in soul
the seat of one's deepest thoughts and emotions
deep down in her heart, she knew he was telling the truth
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Recent Examples of heart
For instance, people with certain heart conditions or those who are heat-sensitive may experience more adverse reactions than benefits from heat therapy.
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Sherri Gordon, Health, 4 May 2026
The Swedish defenseman took a leave of absence in November to be with his fiancée, Carolina Matovac, who had experienced heart failure months earlier and required a heart transplant.
—Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Kids and kids at heart can while hours away at quirky stops like the Museum of Root Beer, Pirate’s Cove Mini Golf, and Wisconsin Deer Park.
—Taryn Shorr-McKee, Midwest Living, 4 May 2026
Tonight, the Game of Thrones and Wednesday star arrived at the 2026 Met Gala in a showstopping Giles dress that pays homage to a trio of artists that Christie holds close to her heart.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 4 May 2026
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Sherri Gordon, Health, 4 May 2026
The Swedish defenseman took a leave of absence in November to be with his fiancée, Carolina Matovac, who had experienced heart failure months earlier and required a heart transplant.
—Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Kids and kids at heart can while hours away at quirky stops like the Museum of Root Beer, Pirate’s Cove Mini Golf, and Wisconsin Deer Park.
—Taryn Shorr-McKee, Midwest Living, 4 May 2026
Tonight, the Game of Thrones and Wednesday star arrived at the 2026 Met Gala in a showstopping Giles dress that pays homage to a trio of artists that Christie holds close to her heart.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 4 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heart
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There is little reason to think that Leon, who has already ruled against the government, will look with particular kindness on this experiment in literary form.—
Quinta Jurecic,
The Atlantic,
3 May 2026
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As the intuitive Scorpio Moon harmonizes with expansive Jupiter this morning, kindness and perspective flow naturally, helping conversations feel more open and supportive.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
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At that time, around 200 public hospitals, along with federally qualified health centers, were eligible for 340B pricing.—
Dené K. Dryden,
Twin Cities,
8 May 2026
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During the next three weeks, mobile internet was impeded or shut off in the center of Moscow.—
Joshua Yaffa,
New Yorker,
8 May 2026
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The courage to make those choices and keep moving forward is what has defined my journey.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
28 Apr. 2026
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But when a mysterious aircraft sinks into the ocean, Ally’s peaceful world is suddenly thrown into danger and is thrust into a journey real-life marine creatures as the film explores themes of friendship and courage.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Apr. 2026
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Retailers that effectively deploy AI in their physical stores recognize the human elements at the core of the in-person shopping experience.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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Wu’s office said the veterans department will continue to provide core services to all qualifying veterans and provide financial and medical assistance to qualifying veterans and their dependents with limited incomes for food, shelter, clothing, and medical care, as required by state law.—
Boston Herald editorial staff,
Boston Herald,
7 May 2026
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The act of singing with my sisters, Kara Jackson and Denitia, is a balm for my soul, and a wind at my back to keep on.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
8 May 2026
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Beale Street in Memphis is best known for the blues, but the city was also the cradle of soul and rock ‘n’ roll and is one of the best places on the planet to catch live tunes today.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
8 May 2026
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Many of the videos prey on customers' emotions by showing interactions that try to create sympathy by showing creators being picked on in public.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
8 May 2026
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Sassuolo’s late patron, Giorgio Squinzi, never hid his sympathy for Milan.—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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The Boston Fleet and Ottawa Charge had six nights off between Games 1 and 2 of their series, with Game 2 taking place Friday night in Canada’s capital.—
Theodore Tollefson,
Twin Cities,
8 May 2026
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Christopher Cann Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday said in a public address that a strike on the Lebanese capital of Beirut killed a high-ranking Hezbollah commander.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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But none of their streaks of zero heroism remotely compares with the untouchability of Miller’s streak.—
Jayson Stark,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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The lockdown and Moore’s heroism clearly prevented any further violence in this rare school shooting situation with a positive ending.—
James Densley,
The Conversation,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Heart.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heart. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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