as in people
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 humans
Also known as forever chemicals, these can cause reproductive, endocrine and neurodevelopmental diseases in humans, as well as cancer, studies show.
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Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 24 May 2026
The chemical, also known as MMA, is used to manufacture plastics and can potentially cause respiratory issues if humans are exposed, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.
—Taylor Romine, CNN Money, 23 May 2026
This article was generated by the Bay Area Home Report Bot, software that analyzes home sales or other data and creates an article based on a template created by humans.
—Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 23 May 2026
Moreover, more automation in construction doesn’t necessarily reduce jobs, as humans still need to oversee the work of the robots.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 23 May 2026
In the short term, methyl methacrylate causes respiratory irritation, but little is known about the long-term effects of the substance on humans, Chinsio-Kwong, the Orange County Health Officer, said at a news conference Friday.
—Sierra Van Der Brug, Oc Register, 23 May 2026
But for humans, trying to imagine true UV vision is like trying to imagine an entirely new primary color.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
The Sin Nombre hantavirus is the most common cause of hantavirus cardiopulmonary syndrome in North America and infects humans by way of the saliva, urine or droppings of deer mice, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
—Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 16 May 2026
Once those two factors were included, humans no longer looked evolutionarily exceptional.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 16 May 2026
Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 24 May 2026
The chemical, also known as MMA, is used to manufacture plastics and can potentially cause respiratory issues if humans are exposed, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.
—Taylor Romine, CNN Money, 23 May 2026
This article was generated by the Bay Area Home Report Bot, software that analyzes home sales or other data and creates an article based on a template created by humans.
—Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 23 May 2026
Moreover, more automation in construction doesn’t necessarily reduce jobs, as humans still need to oversee the work of the robots.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 23 May 2026
In the short term, methyl methacrylate causes respiratory irritation, but little is known about the long-term effects of the substance on humans, Chinsio-Kwong, the Orange County Health Officer, said at a news conference Friday.
—Sierra Van Der Brug, Oc Register, 23 May 2026
But for humans, trying to imagine true UV vision is like trying to imagine an entirely new primary color.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
The Sin Nombre hantavirus is the most common cause of hantavirus cardiopulmonary syndrome in North America and infects humans by way of the saliva, urine or droppings of deer mice, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
—Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 16 May 2026
Once those two factors were included, humans no longer looked evolutionarily exceptional.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 16 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for humans
Noun
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Somehow, Navarro countered with a cutter as both men crashed through the sea of chairs.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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In August 2025, Broward County Circuit Court Judge Marlon Weiss ruled on a case of two men living in France who petitioned for early parental rights while their gestational carrier was pregnant.—
Ann Marie Luft,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 May 2026
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The creatures are the children of a monster known as Mother, whose golden blood possesses magical powers — and allows those who drink it to never age another day.—
Lynsey Eidell,
PEOPLE,
23 May 2026
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Jarmusch wrote and directed this story of laconic vampires, creatures who have lived so long and seen so much that the world mostly leaves them apathetic.—
Brian Tallerico,
Vulture,
23 May 2026
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The volunteer team was a diverse group of people, at different stages in their lives, and from various social and cultural backgrounds.—
Via Riverhead,
Literary Hub,
19 May 2026
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Authorities are trying to unravel what led two teenagers to open fire at the San Diego Islamic Center, killing three people before taking their own lives.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2026
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And in the past, our foundation has always been three- and four-year guys.—
CJ Moore,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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Panettiere gave a photo of her firefighter dad pride of place in her childhood bedroom, surrounded by the other guys from his house.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
20 May 2026
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As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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Or, in this case, cutting things up with scissors and tossing them around.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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The three unidentified individuals sustained minor stab wounds and were taken to a local hospital for treatment, Narragansett Police said.—
Louis Casiano , Brooke Taylor,
FOXNews.com,
20 May 2026
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According to data from FertilityIQ, an educational platform for individuals and couples navigating infertility and family building, the average cost of IVF treatment and medication is more than $20,000.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
19 May 2026
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The sci-fi thriller premiered in Cannes competition this year and centers on a village disrupted by mysterious extraterrestrial beings.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
18 May 2026
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And as Enheduanna, Plato and Aristotle remind us, there are elements of writing that may always be unique to embodied, thinking beings striving to move souls.—
Ryan Leack,
The Conversation,
14 May 2026
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Like Curry, Rodgers has a penchant for crushing souls, in a manner that does not seem real.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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The project, from Walker creator Anna Fricke, centers on a headstrong, devoted doctor, played by Jared Padalecki, who, alongside his young new protégé, operate a mobile clinic and heal the bodies and souls of their underserved community in the medical desert of rural Texas.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
19 May 2026
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“Humans.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humans. Accessed 26 May. 2026.
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