mankind

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

“I had always hoped that this land might become a safe and agreeable asylum to the virtuous and persecuted part of mankind, to whatever nation they might belong.”

From Salon • Jul. 1, 2026

We will continue to pay for those things, but I don’t think sentimentality drives enough economic activity to be the last hope of mankind.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 28, 2026

Bannon has called AI "the most dangerous technology in the history of mankind."

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

In short, it is unlikely that the global powers will suspend their rivalries in order to concentrate on the existential risks to mankind.

From MarketWatch • May 31, 2026

Prometheus was a Greek god who championed mankind, stealing fire for them from Zeus, being tortured for eternity as his punishment.

From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall