human nature

Example Sentences

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"I think the fixation on the toilet is kind of human nature," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

The show’s unflinching exploration of human nature traces back to visionary British television producer Charlie Parsons.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

It’s human nature to want to chase the stocks up the most and sell after large pullbacks, but letting emotions drive decisions is a recipe for underperformance.

From Barron's • Jan. 7, 2026

In America, we’ve long had sharp political humorists, including Mark Twain — our greatest social commentator and acute observer of human nature — Will Rogers, Dick Gregory, Molly Ivins and, more recently, Stephen Colbert.

From Salon • Jan. 1, 2026

I’ve gained some insight into human nature since I came here, which is good, but I’ve had enough for the present.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank