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humanitarian

[hyoo-man-i-tair-ee-uhn, yoo-] / hyuˌmæn ɪˈtɛər i ən, yu- /




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Meanwhile, the humanitarian crisis across Lebanon continues to deepen.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

In the meantime, the US envoy Massad Boulos is trying to get agreement on at least a humanitarian ceasefire.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Cuba is in the midst of an economic meltdown and on the brink of a humanitarian catastrophe after decades of government mismanagement and U.S. sanctions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Since ascending to the throne of St. Peter, Leo has frequently clashed with the administration on issues ranging from immigration to foreign policy, emphasizing humanitarian concerns and diplomacy over force.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Its leaders believed that white South Africans could be persuaded, on moral and humanitarian grounds, to end segregation.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane




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