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compassion

[kuhm-pash-uhn] / kəmˈpæʃ ən /


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“This continued decline reflects the dedication of Metro employees and our many partners who work every day to address homelessness with compassion, accountability and coordination,” Metro chief executive Stephanie Wiggins said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 5, 2026

Ground yourself with some compassion: Slate senior editor Tony Ho Tran takes a spin as Prudie and dishes out some exceptionally heartfelt advice.

From Slate Aug. 5, 2026

Whether you feel a moral obligation is a deeply personal choice, but you should not conflate compassion with unlimited responsibility.

From MarketWatch Aug. 5, 2026

They also thanked people for the "overwhelming support" and "compassion" shown to the family during "this incredibly difficult time".

From BBC Jul. 31, 2026

She wanted Great Ellen—her gentle touch to clean and wrap her wound, and her compassion.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor




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