compassion
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“Hal Williams is legendary for his acting skills, his compassion and his community engagement,” Houston wrote, describing the actor as “an icon and a true professional.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 16, 2026
"Getting this from an organisation that runs on compassion means a lot."
From BBC ● Jul. 10, 2026
Schwam and Gunther wisely tighten their focus on Robin and Shelly, using their decades-long relationship as an allegory for the importance of compassion.
From Salon ● Jul. 10, 2026
Portrayed by Golshifteh Farahani with a beguiling compassion clouded by a certain resignation, Nafisi sets out to teach her students “The Great Gatsby” but can’t avoid stepping on political landmines.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
Royal watched him, a distant and angry compassion in his face.
From "Go Tell It on the Mountain" by James Baldwin
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