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humankind

[hyoo-muhn-kahynd, -kahynd, yoo-] / ˈhju mənˌkaɪnd, -ˈkaɪnd, ˈju- /


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“They represent the worst of humankind, and they should be ashamed of that kind of behavior.”

From Salon Sep. 11, 2026

Used responsibility, it can help humankind like so many technologies before it.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 6, 2026

Sometimes Ms. Strout is moved to break into the narrative with her own heartfelt proclamations on humankind.

From The Wall Street Journal May 1, 2026

"I like to think about it as walking through a doorway into how humankind explores the solar system going forward."

From Barron's Apr. 7, 2026

These animals had to evolve a fear of humankind, but before they could do so they were gone.

From "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari




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