as in kindness
sympathetic concern for the well-being of others
with more humaneness than good sense, I decided to take in yet another stray cat
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Noun
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His legacy continues to inspire others to lead with kindness, purpose, and authenticity.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025 -
Found in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, Wilbur is described as quirky and in need of patience, stability, and someone willing to earn his trust with treats and kindness.—
Real-Time News team,
Miami Herald,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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And Lloyd brings a stiff upper lip that melts away to secret tenderness and fear to Celeste, who is not only navigating the realities of being the only Black woman in the group, but also returning home to take care of her ailing mother.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Oct. 2025
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The wings get crispy and are tossed in the Meyer lemon harissa sauce, which adds crunch, tenderness and saucy goodness.—
Sabrina Weiss,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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“Humaneness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humaneness. Accessed 2 Nov. 2025.
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