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I would be very grateful for help with this last clue. I think I know the answer, but I can't
see the reasoning.

35d People to be lively when given a new kidney (9)

I have H_M_N_I_D

I can't see where kidney fits in.

I see what you mean - the ey in kidney seems to be superfluous

kidney can mean of a sort - hence kind

Humankind?

hum - lively
an - a new

Thanks, Karen and Ixion. Ixion, did you find that definition in a dictionary, and if so, which one? I have been wondering if I should invest in a new one.

Sticking my nose in here,but it goes without saying that the definition you required is in "Chambers".