compassionate

Example Sentences

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Khan Valbuena believes his lived experience as a gay Muslim who has faced bigotry will bring a compassionate perspective to a bench some complain is overrun with old-school tough-on-crime prosecutors.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

"A graceful and compassionate soul whose presence brought warmth, dignity, and kindness to all those who knew her," it read, adding: "We honour her journey, her strength, and the love she shared so generously."

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

In fact, however, he had no involvement with either; moreover his representation of black people throughout his work was unfailingly compassionate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

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

Some white women even seemed compassionate and caring toward little black girls and their families.

From "While the World Watched: A Birmingham Bombing Survivor Comes of Age during the Civil Rights Movement" by Carolyn Maull McKinstry