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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as in compassionate
having or marked by sympathy and consideration for others
humane guards who treated the prisoners decently the Geneva conventions spelled out standards for the humane treatment of prisoners of war
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as in sympathetic
having or showing the capacity for sharing the feelings of another
the movie's humane depiction of people who are physically and mentally challenged
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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
Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 June 2025
Nor for a healthy Colorado that adheres to humane ethics.
—Jim Martin, Denver Post, 27 June 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
Adjective
In thinking about the policies and responses currently happening at U.S. borders right now, what would humane and dignified border policies ideally look like, from your point of view?
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 June 2025
Nor for a healthy Colorado that adheres to humane ethics.
—Jim Martin, Denver Post, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for human
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The group advises the person to contact the local police department because the police will try to find the owner and if necessary, break the car window.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
Freep.com,
9 July 2025
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Still, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that about 34 people a day in the United States die in drunk-driving crashes — that’s one person every 42 minutes.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Advertisement Launched in 2003 by President George W. Bush, the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) is widely considered one of America’s most consequential programs in Africa, credited with saving over 25 million lives and scaling back the AIDS epidemic.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
15 July 2025
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Quebrada’s upcoming film tells the story of a married woman, Cecilia, who faces silent grief after her lover’s sudden death, mourning in secret amid normal life.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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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 a post-Federer/Nadal era and with Novak Djokovic getting beat in straight sets by Sinner in back-to-back semifinals, this is the new showcase event in men’s tennis.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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And are people still talking about this guy, this creep?—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 July 2025
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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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But then appeared on the road a living creature whose intent my driver could not understand: a cow.—
Shekar Natarajan,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The series, which has yet to receive a title, will see Newfoundland play Newfoundland as the rugged and picturesque Atlantic ocean provides the backdrop for the hunt for a sea creature.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
15 July 2025
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As of this week, more than $3 billion in federal funds has been approved for individuals, families and businesses impacted by the fires, according to FEMA.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 July 2025
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This, in turn, would have delayed transport for individuals requesting medical attention.—
Olivia Cyrus
July 10,
Sacbee.com,
10 July 2025
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“Human.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/human. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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