mankind

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

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Noun
  • Though these are superheroes, the screenplay is smartly written to depict down-to-earth family bonds, a unit striving to uphold their values, working together to raise a child, and combining different skillsets for the greater good of humanity.
    Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 23 July 2025
  • These deficient traits of humanity and humility are reflected in words like uncaring, vindictive, aloof, disinterested, and disrespectful.
    Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
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  • Collaboration between humans and machines can support a comprehensive yet streamlined approach to admission, and the coming year will be instructive.
    Brennan Barnard, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
  • Tularemia is a rare disease that can affect animals and humans, with rabbits and hares especially susceptible.
    Emma Wozniak, The Enquirer, 31 July 2025
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“Mankind.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mankind. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.

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