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humanity

[hyoo-man-i-tee, yoo-] / hyuˈmæn ɪ ti, yu- /




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Ed and my husband have voluminous conversations about obscure historical figures and the state of humanity.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Fujimori, 51, appeals to the mixed legacy of her late father, who stabilized the economy and defeated a Maoist insurgency, but was convicted of corruption and crimes against humanity.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

"In the face of the emptiness of indifference and compliance, before the violence of war and lies, you must be the sparks of a new humanity," he told those gathered.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

The songs flow together in a cohesive manner, and it features performances in multiple languages — which is quite beautiful when you think about how death and grief are universally shared experiences across humanity.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

I cling to my anger with every ounce of humanity left in my ruined body, but it’s no use.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen




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