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compassion

[kuhm-pash-uhn] / kəmˈpæʃ ən /


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A farmer found in contempt of court for failing to remove a "hidden house" inside a barn has said the council that took legal action against her showed "no compassion".

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The 59-year-old told the BBC: "They've put a vulnerable person in a very compromised position, they've shown no compassion."

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

In a fundraiser created by a relative of the Fresno family, Sergio Leon was remembered for his “hardworking spirit” and “generous heart” and Hernandez for her warmth and compassion.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

As he poured the traditional cup of wine for the prophet, Rabbi Aft reminded his community that Elijah wanders the earth disguised as a stranger, testing humanity’s capacity for hospitality, compassion and kindness.

From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026

“It does for now,” Volta told him with genuine compassion.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman




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