humane

Example Sentences

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It made our technological world accessible, inclusive, and humane.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

When World War I arrived, Galsworthy—like many humane Europeans of his generation who had believed that mass barbarism was becoming a thing of the past—was shattered.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

They also say this method is more humane than requiring transgender or DSD athletes to suppress their natural testosterone levels, and will avoid the intense media scrutiny that some athletes have been subjected to.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

It is exceptional because of the staff who understand the importance of hospitality and the scale of the space is humane.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

She decided to give me a month off Shakespeare to coach me, since developing the body as well as the mind, she said, was a humane and educational activity.

From "The Wednesday Wars" by Gary D. Schmidt