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as in type
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
I like that kind of candy
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as in category
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic
we looked at just about every kind of flooring before deciding which to use in the kitchen
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as in thoughtful
given to or made with heedful anticipation of the needs and happiness of others
providing the grieving widow with a homemade meal was a kind deed
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as in compassionate
having or marked by sympathy and consideration for others
a kind person who regularly volunteers at the homeless shelter
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kind people
kind words
kind intentions
a kind way
kind thoughts
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Recent Examples of kind
Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 6 Mar. 2025
A lot of us remember the heyday and watching them and everyone likes a redemption story of some kind.
—Mark Joseph, Newsweek, 24 Feb. 2025
Bea L. Hines, Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2025
Even Marquette coach Shaka Smart, as time ran out on UConn’s 72-66 victory, had kind words.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 6 Mar. 2025
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Noun
The Forum was established as the first event of its kind, bringing together top executives from all sectors to learn from ‘Milestone Masters’ and industry experts.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 6 Mar. 2025
A lot of us remember the heyday and watching them and everyone likes a redemption story of some kind.
—Mark Joseph, Newsweek, 24 Feb. 2025
Adjective
Our leaders need to know that being kind is not a weakness.
—Bea L. Hines, Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2025
Even Marquette coach Shaka Smart, as time ran out on UConn’s 72-66 victory, had kind words.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kind
Adjective
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For Gabrielle, the experience was a reminder of the profound impact of small, thoughtful gestures.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
7 Mar. 2025
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By combining modern tools like AI with a thoughtful approach to skills and criteria, organizations can move beyond surface-level signals and discover hidden talent.—
Ishan Gupta,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Similarly, Thomas Insel, the former director of the National Institute of Mental Health, has emphasized the need for a system that prioritizes both effective treatment and compassionate care.—
Alan M. Langlieb,
Baltimore Sun,
4 Mar. 2025
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During Trump's first term, Johnson successfully advocated for dozens of commutations, pardons, and compassionate releases.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Firefly released a recap video showing the landing: NASA Moon Science On Board The lander is packed with NASA science and technology instruments, including a lunar vacuum cleaner of sorts.—
Amanda Kooser,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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For most people, whole-grain rice of some sort is healthier than white.5 However, while dietary fiber is typically considered good for your health, some people cannot tolerate it well.—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
3 Mar. 2025
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This category includes vibrant citrus, sweet fruits, and exotic blends.—
Isabella Milano,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2025
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Other categories include electronics and electrical machinery, at $94.5 billion, miscellaneous at $78.9 billion, and metals, at $52.5 billion.—
Vicki M. Young,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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There was a swim up bar and attentive service at the beach chairs.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Commonplace virtues turn toward vice: compassion veers toward deceit, attentive parenting toward either laxity or oppressiveness, friendship toward jealousy or contempt, sociability toward falsehood or cruelty.—
Richard Brody,
The New Yorker,
26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Secret Societies and the Fight for Black Freedom Dating to the pre-Revolutionary era, mutual aid and benevolent societies supported Black Americans and the fight for civil rights and justice.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
20 Feb. 2025
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Steves, with his impeccable recommendations, sensible budgeting options, and gently corny prose style, has served as the benevolent fairy godfather on more than one trip for me.—
Constance Grady,
Vox,
19 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Clinging to safe bets risks missing breakthroughs that redefine genres.—
Seth Yudof,
Rolling Stone,
3 Mar. 2025
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One of the more glaring omissions was actor Tony Todd, the veteran character actor and genre legend who starred in the Candyman horror series and was a prolific voice artist, who died in November at 69.—
Abid Rahman,
The Hollywood Reporter,
2 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Help kids become more empathetic with these approaches: Incorporate caring language into play: Playtime is a powerful opportunity to teach values in a natural, low-stakes environment.—
Alana Bracken,
Parents,
28 Feb. 2025
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At each of the facilities, experienced volunteer health care professionals provide services in a caring environment and partner with laboratories, diagnostic centers, hospitals and treatment centers to connect patients with low-cost options for those additional types of services.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
Orlando Sentinel,
26 Feb. 2025
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“Kind.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kind. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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