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compassion

[kuhm-pash-uhn] / kəmˈpæʃ ən /


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In a message Saturday to Cambridge's community, Prentice said she hoped "this painful and difficult time can also be one of compassion".

From Barron's Aug. 15, 2026

Either you want compassion or you want to avoid harm.

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

For an hour Mr. Shin uses Korean and English examples to talk about the compassion of God.

From "A Step from Heaven" by An Na




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