kindness
noun
kind·ness
ˈkīn(d)-nəs 
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Examples of kindness in a Sentence
We thanked her for her many kindnesses.
You would be doing me a great kindness if you agreed to help.
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And not one but two acts of kindness that hide betrayals, proving that people are not to be trusted.
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David Fear, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
Erivo and Grande provided baked goods — and Uggs!
Newcomer Marissa Bode, who plays Elphaba's younger sister Nessarose, remembers acts of kindness from both Erivo and Grande.
—Eric Andersson, People.com, 31 Oct. 2024
At the end of the day, tipping is an act of kindness and appreciation, even if Italian servers may see € signs in their eyes when a table full of Americans arrives.
—Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2024
This cycle of kindness creates a foundation of gratitude and affection that helps your bond remain strong and resilient over time.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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David Fear, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
Erivo and Grande provided baked goods — and Uggs!
Newcomer Marissa Bode, who plays Elphaba's younger sister Nessarose, remembers acts of kindness from both Erivo and Grande.
—Eric Andersson, People.com, 31 Oct. 2024
At the end of the day, tipping is an act of kindness and appreciation, even if Italian servers may see € signs in their eyes when a table full of Americans arrives.
—Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2024
This cycle of kindness creates a foundation of gratitude and affection that helps your bond remain strong and resilient over time.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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“Kindness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kindness. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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kindness
noun
kind·ness
ˈkīn(d)-nəs
1
: a kind deed : favor
returned his kindness
2
: the quality or state of being kind
treat others with kindness
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