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kind

/kaɪnd/ adjective A2
  1. Having a benevolent, courteous, friendly, generous, gentle, liberal, sympathetic, or warm-hearted nature or disposition, marked by consideration for – and service to – others.
  2. Affectionate. · a kind man; a kind heart
  3. Favorable.
  4. Mild, gentle, forgiving · The years have been kind to Richard Gere; he ages well.
  5. Gentle; tractable; easily governed. · a horse kind in harness

Comparative kinder · Superlative kindest

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“I was afraid I should have to stay in the river forever,” he said, “but the kind Stork saved me, and if I ever get any brains I shall find the Stork again and do her some kindness in return.”
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, p. 48 · B2
“Thank you,” replied Dorothy, and then the kind Stork flew into the air and was soon out of sight.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, p. 48 · B2
She thought this was very kind and thoughtful of the Scarecrow, but she laughed heartily at the awkward way in which the poor creature picked up the nuts.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, p. 38 · B2
“It is kind of you to wear that,” said Boq.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, p. 15 · B2

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