humane
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“Treasury’s objective is to build a system that’s more humane, that allows self service, that doesn’t require a collection agency to intervene and call every borrower,” Kamm said.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 12, 2026
Lethal injections ultimately represent an attempt to lessen people’s horror at state executions by dressing up the process to make it appear painless and humane.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026
"The issue of humane treatment of animals is sufficiently regulated by law," they determined, noting the economic interests of animal circuses, which remain a major draw for audiences.
From Barron's ● Oct. 14, 2026
Gallucci supports a “legal, fair, humane system” at the border.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
Liyana asked her mother, “Do they have a humane society here?”
From "Habibi" by Naomi Shihab Nye
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