mankind

Definition of mankindnext
as in humanity
the human race all of mankind stands to gain if world peace is ever achieved

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Recent Examples of mankind Reaching out hands to help the suffering, Didi and Gogo go down themselves—all mankind a wriggling heap. Eugenie Brinkema, ARTnews.com, 14 June 2026 In this movie that is the key message, and sincere hope for mankind. Pete Hammond, Deadline, 9 June 2026 There’s a stretch where Anushka’s dream of turning Hypergnosis’ data operation into a benefit to mankind seems to pay off, as the all-seeing eye of Gnodin pairs seamlessly with Xander, the chatbot that Martin has repurposed as a therapist for troubled vets. Scott Tobias, Vulture, 17 May 2026 Altman is describing a mutation of mankind well underway. Chop Choppish Shop, Air Mail, 2 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for mankind
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Noun
  • This innovative approach aims to restore humanity to those history overlooked.
    Doug Melville, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026
  • There have been times when acts of atrocity have been going on — and gosh, some of those things are incomprehensible — yet humanity has found a way.
    Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 27 June 2026
Noun
  • All the problems of the world are a result of humans being lost and controlled by their egos.
    Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 28 June 2026
  • While oysters in space appear to be a newer research opportunity, Harrisburg states that humans have been eating these creatures for 100,000 years, based on archaeology findings.
    Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 28 June 2026

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“Mankind.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mankind. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.

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