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as in kindness
the capacity for feeling for another's unhappiness or misfortune
those who refuse to contribute to the fund for the famine victims must have no heart
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as in center
a thing or place that is of greatest importance to an activity or interest
the heart of the village economy was the outdoor market
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as in courage
strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger
never lost heart while she was lost in the woods
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as in core
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
at the heart of the problem is the school's outmoded computer system avoided any small talk and got right to the heart of the matter
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as in soul
the seat of one's deepest thoughts and emotions
deep down in her heart, she knew he was telling the truth
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Recent Examples of heart
Here, more than a dozen companies have enrolled 100-plus robots to take part in the pilot training program at the 5,000-square-meter (53,800-sq-ft) facility in Shanghai’s high-tech heart of Zhangjiang (张江).
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New Atlas, 25 May 2026
However, the ride is not for the faint of heart since passengers experience three switchbacks along the way.
—Kristine Hansen, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2026
Leafy Greens Spinach, kale, collard greens, and other leafy greens consistently top cardiologists' lists for heart health.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 24 May 2026
And one of those races had an extra special place in Brown’s heart.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 24 May 2026
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New Atlas, 25 May 2026
However, the ride is not for the faint of heart since passengers experience three switchbacks along the way.
—Kristine Hansen, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2026
Leafy Greens Spinach, kale, collard greens, and other leafy greens consistently top cardiologists' lists for heart health.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 24 May 2026
And one of those races had an extra special place in Brown’s heart.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 24 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heart
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Now, thanks to the help and kindness of the fire department and partner organizations, the man and his dog both have new homes.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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Your passion, kindness, and support have meant more than words can ever properly express.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
24 May 2026
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As part of the city’s annual budget process, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria released a 40-page analysis in April ranking the city’s 56 recreation centers based on what the report considered their importance to their communities.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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The work is part of a larger effort statewide to update the National Guard’s armories, as renovations in recent years have either been completed or are planned at many readiness centers, including those in Brainerd, New Ulm, Marshall, Moorhead and Fergus Falls.—
Elliot Mann,
Twin Cities,
29 May 2026
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These men considered the loss of control that such behavior implied-an animal urge indulged by weak men lacking the courage to fight other men directly-to be shameful.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 May 2026
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Standing in the gap requires courage.—
Mariama Boney,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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And his age fits perfectly with the Sabres’ core.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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At its core, KYA focuses on making sure there’s a verified bond between an AI agent and a real human user.—
Andrew Sever,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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But Whitfield has also branched out into country, jazz and deep soul.—
Brett Milano,
Boston Herald,
29 May 2026
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And the Mass, in its very Catholic nature, is really focused on … repose for the departed, to bring their souls from purgatory to heaven in the afterlife.—
Rod Stafford Hagwood,
Sun Sentinel,
29 May 2026
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Elon Musk, the chief executive of Blue Origin's chief competitor SpaceX, offered his sympathy.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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Our deepest sympathies and condolences go out to Cesar's family and friends during this very sad time.—
Jesse Zanger,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
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Splendid indeed are the flowers of the capital, but how could a mountain tree such as myself ever have hoped to rival them?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
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The bank, Khanna said, would provide capital to businesses trying to build or produce things critical to the national interest, whether that’s steel, autos or energy.—
Garrett Downs,
CNBC,
28 May 2026
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Kilduff, who was a third-generation firefighter and a Marine, has been remembered both for his heroism and his commitment to his family.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
26 May 2026
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Thanks to his heroism, all five people in that house made it out alive.—
Penny Kmitt,
CBS News,
26 May 2026
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“Heart.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heart. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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