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Kind of anthem: timelessly fresh and intrinsically universal (6)

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humane

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'kind' is the definition.
(similar in meaning)

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(Other definitions for humane that I've seen before include "sort of killer" , "Characterised by kindness" , "Kindly and compassionate" , "Kind - compassionate" , "Kindly or merciful" .)

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