humanely
- a word derived from humane.
Example Sentences
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Originally from North America, the larger and more aggressive grey squirrel is classified as an invasive non-native species, and it is not illegal to kill them humanely.
From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026
The pope has called the treatment of migrants in the United States "extremely disrespectful" and said "we have to look for ways of treating people humanely."
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
He did more to save Rome than any person, and he always treated his enemies humanely after they were defeated and left nations intact.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026
“Our responsibility is to care for each person respectfully and humanely while they receive the legal due process that they are entitled to,” Todd told Salon in an email.
From Salon • Jan. 28, 2026
“If you can manage to put up with me a little more humanely, I’ll go on doing what I can for Mister Rufus.”
From "Kindred" by Octavia Butler
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