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as in mercifulness
kind, gentle, or compassionate treatment especially towards someone who is undeserving of it
always show your enemies mercy, because it makes you a better person
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as in kindness
an act of kind assistance
did a mercy for the stranded motorist and was richly rewarded
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as in sympathy
the capacity for feeling for another's unhappiness or misfortune
a woman of such mercy that she's been known to cry over dead rodents
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Recent Examples of mercy
Because most outdoor grills are left outdoors and at the mercy of the elements, rust can become an issue, especially on stainless steel models.
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Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 2 July 2025
The religious display of the Lady of Guadalupe in lights at the factory, Maria’s prayer table, my own religious statues outside my home, and the plastic Virgin Mary in yards are merely means to the end — worshiping God and thanking him for our existence, salvation and his abundant mercy.
—Judy Knotts, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Forgiveness is an act, while mercy is a performance.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 1 July 2025
Sales tax revenue, meanwhile, is at the mercy of uncertain macroeconomic conditions, with many U.S. economists predicting that the country might soon fall into a recession.
—Jonathan Horwitz, Oc Register, 26 June 2025
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Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 2 July 2025
The religious display of the Lady of Guadalupe in lights at the factory, Maria’s prayer table, my own religious statues outside my home, and the plastic Virgin Mary in yards are merely means to the end — worshiping God and thanking him for our existence, salvation and his abundant mercy.
—Judy Knotts, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Forgiveness is an act, while mercy is a performance.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 1 July 2025
Sales tax revenue, meanwhile, is at the mercy of uncertain macroeconomic conditions, with many U.S. economists predicting that the country might soon fall into a recession.
—Jonathan Horwitz, Oc Register, 26 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mercy
Noun
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Politeness and kindness are attributes that parents want to reinforce and encourage in their children.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Parents,
7 July 2025
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Lunches, meetings, phone calls, always Mark’s delicious southern drawl infusing us with his spirit and kindness.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
7 July 2025
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No doubt, Purvis is dealing with a lot, but Harris’ mother expressed no sympathy.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
9 July 2025
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The union got their side of the story out on Instagram and other social media platforms, and citizens took up or expressed sympathy with their cause.—
Francis Ryan,
The Conversation,
8 July 2025
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This simple shift calms your brain’s stress response, makes your complaint more likely to be received with empathy and often leads to resolution. 2.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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But what makes the movie, and Supes himself, endearing is how the dude tackles any and all problems with empathy and sincerity.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
9 July 2025
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The angels who remained received God’s illuminating grace and, as a result, their will and His are one.—
Mary Jo Bang
July 9,
Literary Hub,
9 July 2025
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Jordan Johnson of Little Rock, president of JPJ Consulting, said a photo of Anderson’s Labrador retriever graces the boxes of Fiocchi shotgun duck hunting shells.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
9 July 2025
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Stripped of her powers under a red sun, Supergirl must rely on her grit, compassion and wits to guide Ruthye on a path of vengeance and justice, ultimately confronting the nature of violence and power.—
Samantha Stutsman,
People.com,
12 July 2025
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To many of them, advancing Christian dominance matters more than human compassion.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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Brooklyn Federal Court Judge William Kuntz handed down a 12-year and three month sentence to gun dealer Raymond Minaya Tuesday, rejecting the 29-year-old defendant’s plea for leniency, but stopping short of the more than 15 years prosecutors had sought.—
John Annese,
New York Daily News,
24 June 2025
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While some investors are willing to lend him some leniency on timing and the exact details, many want concrete signs of progress.—
Bloomberg,
Oc Register,
13 June 2025
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Two months after that donation and the month after they were re-elected, Kelly, Woods and Shield voted to award a contract to Howard to provide legal services specifically for the board, even though the district already had its own attorney.—
Kristen Taketa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 July 2025
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Launched in 2013 and based in Los Angeles, Pluto TV is a streaming service owned by Paramount Studios with over 250 channels.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
6 July 2025
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Brands should take the importance of sustainability measures to heart and weave their commitment to the environment into their messaging—but with care.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Nicola shared additional photos on her Instagram Stories, including one of her and someone who appeared to be Brooklyn making a heart with their hands as the sun hit above them.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
1 July 2025
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“Mercy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mercy. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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