as in natural
relating to or characteristic of human beings
it's human nature to care about what people think of us
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as in person
a member of the human race
humans are the only mammals not endowed with a natural defense against the elements, such as fur or a thick hide
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Recent Examples of human
Sara Hashemi, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Jan. 2025
Perhaps under appreciated in times of crises are how traditional human touch points, experiences, parties, life events, can restore a sense of normalcy.
—Kate Lavelle, Glamour, 31 Jan. 2025
Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 30 Jan. 2025
Marburg virus is spread by certain fruit bats to humans and other primates.
—Katherine Hignett, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
For their efforts, the scientists found that ice has a much harder time sticking to unwashed, greasy polar bear hair than to oily human hair.
—Sara Hashemi, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Jan. 2025
Perhaps under appreciated in times of crises are how traditional human touch points, experiences, parties, life events, can restore a sense of normalcy.
—Kate Lavelle, Glamour, 31 Jan. 2025
Noun
This chatbot experience lives alongside several other ways to order from the pizza chain, including delivery apps, the company's website, and even traditional phone calls with a real human.
—Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 30 Jan. 2025
Marburg virus is spread by certain fruit bats to humans and other primates.
—Katherine Hignett, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for human
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When applying a lightweight foundation, the natural warmth from your fingertips is an excellent tool for blending.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
2 Feb. 2025
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To bring the outdoors in, incorporate natural materials, earthy colors, and plenty of plants for a warm, inviting space that feels connected to nature.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Feb. 2025
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Six people on board the plane and another person on the ground died in the crash, officials have said.—
Anna Lazarus Caplan,
People.com,
3 Feb. 2025
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State Farm scheduled an in person inspection, then changed it to a video call.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacramento Bee,
3 Feb. 2025
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As the story goes, Aphrodite was rushing toward her beloved mortal lover, Adonis, and stepped on a thorn from a white rose on her way to him.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
6 Feb. 2025
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The asteroid and possible nuclear meltdown had Owen, Tommy, Mateo, and more in mortal danger.—
Patrick Gomez,
EW.com,
4 Feb. 2025
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In preparation for her baby's arrival, Kylie is mentally preparing herself to enter into the minivan life.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
30 Jan. 2025
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While farts are a natural part of daily life, some causes of smelly farts require treatment.—
Angelica Bottaro,
Verywell Health,
30 Jan. 2025
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Near the shores of Lake Waconia, Island View is a par-72 layout The facility has hosted numerous MGA men’s and women’s amateur championships.—
Tom Schardin,
Twin Cities,
6 Feb. 2025
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With Debut Title 'Stelios' Silent Night, Deadly Night is a reimagining of Charles E. Sellier Jr.’s cult horror classic in which a young boy witnesses the murder of his parents at the hands of a man dressed as Santa, only to grow up and become a killer himself.—
Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
6 Feb. 2025
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The guys who are up there on the on the stage just keep us all energized.—
Bill Chappell,
NPR,
2 Feb. 2025
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Luka being a guy that everybody has claimed is untouchable and untradeable.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
2 Feb. 2025
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At once personal yet scientific, richly informative and beautifully written, The Genius of Birds celebrates the triumphs of these surprising and fiercely intelligent creatures.—
Kevin Spencer,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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The medieval text describes estries as witch-like creatures called who suck the blood of their victims.—
Penny Schwartz,
Sun Sentinel,
6 Feb. 2025
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Also, in 2023 RSV vaccines for older adults and pregnant people were finally approved, and that may have protected more individuals.—
Tanya Lewis,
Scientific American,
4 Feb. 2025
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Set entirely in Linda’s Manhattan apartment, the film freely and imaginatively recreates that long-ago afternoon and the wonderfully discursive exchange between these two singular individuals.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
4 Feb. 2025
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“Human.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/human. Accessed 13 Feb. 2025.
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