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humanitarian

[hyoo-man-i-tair-ee-uhn, yoo-] / hyuˌmæn ɪˈtɛər i ən, yu- /




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The United Nations representative on the island warned Thursday that the humanitarian emergency, coupled with the onset of the Caribbean hurricane season, made for an "explosive cocktail."

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

In so doing, she honors Ma’s own efforts toward humanitarian and environmental causes.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Seoul last month offered the mullahs humanitarian aid and proposed a separate diplomatic dialogue.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Gonzalez added that containment efforts and humanitarian aid deliveries were being delayed by "major constraints", including border and airport closures.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

But that desire did not stem from humanitarian motives.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann




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