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compassion

[kuhm-pash-uhn] / kəmˈpæʃ ən /


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She said the health board was "committed to providing care with dignity, compassion, and respect "and "corridor care is not something we want for our patients".

From BBC

Prosecutor Michael Bunch said the trio were "motivated by compassion and a desperate desire to do something", but they "acted unlawfully".

From BBC

While noting women "were treated with kindness and compassion", a "requires improvement" rating was given, the same as last year.

From BBC

“In moments like these, we must all come together to show much-needed love and compassion for the Coady family through this incredibly difficult time.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Everyone glanced at me, their eyes full of pity...and then they were looking at Rachel again, in awe of her compassion.

From Literature