human being

Example Sentences

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Sam was asked to one final audition, "just to show that I am functional as a human being", after which he was officially selected as the UK's representative.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Mr. Preston sums it up, “The idea of seeing the dignity and potential of every human being, and helping them realize that for a better future, has always been what we do.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

"I saw those first warm words... and my eyes filled with tears. I was shaking and my friend put his hand on my shoulder and said, 'That means you're still a human being.'"

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

I’ve really blossomed into this human being that has all of these different layers and dynamics to them, and yet, all of it is cohesive all at the same time.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

Heaven was the blue vault on high, but it acted in some ways as a human being would.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton