compassionate

Example Sentences

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It takes an exceptional piece of art to inspire audiences to think twice about what comes as second nature, to choose compassionate contemplation over ardent debate.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

Farahani is nobly resilient as the endlessly compassionate doctor, mother and sister.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

The famous names on the marquee of a Broadway theater meant nothing to Frank Rich if he could not hear a compassionate human heart beating somewhere inside.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

“Hospice care, when delivered as intended, is one of the most compassionate services in our healthcare system, and we must protect both patients and the providers who serve them with integrity,” Koutsoumpas said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

But she was a true friend, a compassionate person.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama