as in natural
relating to or characteristic of human beings
it's human nature to care about what people think of us
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as in person
a member of the human race
humans are the only mammals not endowed with a natural defense against the elements, such as fur or a thick hide
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Recent Examples of human
Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 July 2025
In recent years, grizzlies have spilled out of their stronghold in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem—a broad swath of Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming—and into human territory, where coexistence gets messy.
—Christine Peterson, Wired News, 5 July 2025
Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 6 July 2025
The show’s take on the gulf between humans and machines is a delightful departure from expectations often outlined by similar stories about AI.
—Emma Stefansky, The Atlantic, 5 July 2025
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Adjective
The study concluded that dogs were able to find their owners in 82 percent of cases, indicating dogs are more than capable of identifying human companions by voice alone.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 July 2025
In recent years, grizzlies have spilled out of their stronghold in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem—a broad swath of Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming—and into human territory, where coexistence gets messy.
—Christine Peterson, Wired News, 5 July 2025
Noun
Sourcing & Methodology This article was generated by software that analyzes National Weather Service warnings and advisories and creates an article based on templates created by humans.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 6 July 2025
The show’s take on the gulf between humans and machines is a delightful departure from expectations often outlined by similar stories about AI.
—Emma Stefansky, The Atlantic, 5 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for human
Adjective
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That has proven to be one of the most effective ways to protect natural spaces and regulate the use of resources.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
8 July 2025
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The district is also relying on community partnerships and grants to transform their outdoor areas from asphalt to native gardens and natural play areas.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 July 2025
Noun
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Six other vacant roles have also since been eliminated, the person said.—
Sports Editor
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
9 July 2025
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Officials have increased the reward for information leading to the person who fatally shot a 21-year-old congressional intern in Washington, D.C., last month.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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But for all his all-time feats, Kershaw’s fastball has aged in mortal fashion, sitting at about 89 mph for two years now and 90-91 mph in a few years before.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 July 2025
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Populated by roaming blond sausage dogs, ghosts, and several complex mortal humans, Julius Julius satirizes the world of advertising via an ancient company known as Julius Julius, narrated by three different employees in three different eras.—
Hazlitt,
Hazlitt,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Getty Images Ducks and tortoises, while less commonly owned, were mentioned for similar reasons—mess, care requirements, and life span.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 July 2025
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This was quite an awakening as for most of my life I am defined as being part of a minority class.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 July 2025
Noun
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The Wimbledon men's final between three-time Grand Slam winner Sinner and Alcaraz (a five-time Grand Slam champ) comes less than two months after Alcaraz stormed back from a huge deficit to win the French Open in five sets on June 8.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 July 2025
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In August, investigators arrested a 61-year-old Sacramento man suspected of carrying out a string of high-profile burglaries at businesses that month in and near downtown Sacramento.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
12 July 2025
Noun
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There’s going to be a steady rotation of guys getting snaps along the line.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
8 July 2025
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And the coolest part for me, coming to Columbus, was switching roles from Boston and now being the guy who is counted on to work with younger guys.—
Aaron Portzline,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
Noun
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Once upon a time, the movie tells us, people flocked to see these giant creatures resurrected from old DNA.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
30 June 2025
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In the five years since the events of Jurassic World Dominion, many of the dinosaurs and other formerly extinct creatures that were set free into the world have died off, unable to survive in the modern climate and otherwise hostile environments.—
Maureen Lee Lenker Published,
EW.com,
30 June 2025
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Before things became homogenized by the studios in terms of looking for a broader audience, rather than making something as individuals.—
Jordan Hoffman Updated,
EW.com,
10 July 2025
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Effective in 2026, the bill permanently increases the federal estate and gift tax exemption to $15 million for individuals and $30 million for married couples.—
Jehan Crump‑Gibson,
Essence,
10 July 2025
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“Human.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/human. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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