humanely

Example Sentences

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Russian President Vladimir Putin insisted last year that Moscow treated prisoners "humanely".

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

He did more to save Rome than any person, and he always treated his enemies humanely after they were defeated and left nations intact.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

On April 2, the agency captured and humanely euthanized the coyote responsible for the attacks.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

The cost to humanely euthanise a horse varies considerably depending on the method, time of day and location.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

“By contrast, see how humanely the Germans deal with captured agents? See how I am doing translation work, neutrally occupying myself while I await trial?”

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein