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
Sanjay Annadate, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
At this rate, parents may soon be giving their kids mini financial lessons—complete with a PowerPoint on rising costs, a breakdown of the household budget, and a nostalgic reminder that back in the day, a quarter was more than enough for a tiny human tooth.
—Annabelle Canela, Parents, 7 Mar. 2025
Stephanie Giang-Paunon, Fox News, 8 Mar. 2025
There were no reported injuries and no humans were in the rocket.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 7 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
These bots can also handle routine queries, freeing up human agents for higher-value interactions.
—Sanjay Annadate, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
At this rate, parents may soon be giving their kids mini financial lessons—complete with a PowerPoint on rising costs, a breakdown of the household budget, and a nostalgic reminder that back in the day, a quarter was more than enough for a tiny human tooth.
—Annabelle Canela, Parents, 7 Mar. 2025
Noun
Hackman’s wife, a classical pianist, died due to Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome, which is transmitted from animals to humans and is commonly found in rodents, the New Mexico Department of Health confirmed.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, Fox News, 8 Mar. 2025
There were no reported injuries and no humans were in the rocket.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 7 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for human
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The goal is to make touch a natural and expected part of your routine.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
26 Feb. 2025
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Their bodies are thicker, a little more natural, than the slim models of today.—
Leah Asmelash,
CNN,
26 Feb. 2025
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Like anyone's high school class photograph, the 97th Oscar Nominees Official Photo is a blast to look at up close (and even wilder to experience in person).—
Bryan Alexander,
USA TODAY,
27 Feb. 2025
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Serving this warrant with a copy of the Affidavit, and making the search and if the person or property to be found there, to seize the person or the property and hold for safekeeping until further order of this court.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
27 Feb. 2025
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The most devastating testimony came from Auschwitz survivors, one of whom described the mortal terror of people in the gas chambers, some taking 10 or more minutes to die, struggling frantically, their corpses covered in blood from their noses and ears.—
Gary J. Bass,
New York Times,
22 Feb. 2025
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And with that, the master of Tang Soo Do shuffles off this mortal coil!—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
13 Feb. 2025
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Required reading Natasha Jonas: A day in the life of a world champion (Photo: Zac Goodwin / PA Images via Getty Images) Sarah Shephard spent 10 years at Sport magazine before becoming Deputy Head of Content at The Coaches' Voice.—
Sarah Shephard,
The Athletic,
8 Mar. 2025
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There is no formula, scoring system or checklist in determining the news value of a life.—
Clay Risen,
New York Times,
8 Mar. 2025
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Cincinnati utility man Spencer Steer could potentially begin the 2025 season on the injured list.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Mar. 2025
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Chris Taylor is in the final year of his deal and still guaranteed at least $17 million, and Roberts has continued to talk up Taylor’s value as a utility man even if that appears slightly redundant.—
Fabian Ardaya,
The Athletic,
3 Mar. 2025
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That all seems quaint today, however, when compared with the guy who’s apparently in charge of the U.S. government.—
S.E. Cupp,
New York Daily News,
26 Feb. 2025
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Pharaoh Compton had eight, giving them the kind of production from their bigs that has been absent for much of the season from guys not named Magoon Gwath.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Feb. 2025
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Beyond the obvious significance of subverting traditional power dynamics and placing the mic in her fans’ hands, the most unbelievable part of the evening was Gaga dancing among us to her album, totally blending in with her fellow black-clad, sunglass-wearing nightlife creatures.—
James Factora,
Them,
6 Mar. 2025
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As for pushing the creature out of her home, that's when Fonda got hands on.—
Russel Honoré,
Newsweek,
6 Mar. 2025
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Human emotions are not confined to the individual experiencing them.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Medicaid gives health coverage to some individuals and families, including children, parents, people who are pregnant, elderly people with certain incomes, and people with disabilities.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Human.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/human. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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