as in generous
having or showing great concern for other people and little or no concern for yourself
a selfless act selfless dedication to helping the most in need
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Recent Examples of selfless
In the GoFundMe's description, Ramos' family recalled his bright presence and selfless nature.
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Rachel Raposas, People.com, 9 Jan. 2025
The Scotland international has been one of Liverpool’s most consistent performers in the last decade, integral to the team’s transformation under Jurgen Klopp and a strong, selfless leader in the dressing room.
—Andy Jones, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
There is, of course, the selfless offer from Buck MacKenzie to make the trip through the stones back to Bree to inform her of the detour Roger’s plan has taken just in case that letter Roger leaves his wife in the secret desk drawer in 1739 goes unnoticed in 1980.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 3 Jan. 2025
His is a selfless example along with his lifelong, ideally matched Rosalynn.
—Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2025
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Rachel Raposas, People.com, 9 Jan. 2025
The Scotland international has been one of Liverpool’s most consistent performers in the last decade, integral to the team’s transformation under Jurgen Klopp and a strong, selfless leader in the dressing room.
—Andy Jones, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
There is, of course, the selfless offer from Buck MacKenzie to make the trip through the stones back to Bree to inform her of the detour Roger’s plan has taken just in case that letter Roger leaves his wife in the secret desk drawer in 1739 goes unnoticed in 1980.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 3 Jan. 2025
His is a selfless example along with his lifelong, ideally matched Rosalynn.
—Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for selfless
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Still waiting for an organ, Richard relented, deciding to accept his friend’s generous offer.—
Allan Chernoff,
Hartford Courant,
16 Jan. 2025
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Viewpoints on responsible relief As an example of how tax reform could be undertaken responsibly, Kelly alluded to her signature policy priority, Medicaid expansion, suggesting that its enactment could offset generous tax relief.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
16 Jan. 2025
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The idea is simple: philanthropic capital can jump-start projects, and federal funding could eventually help scale it nationwide.—
Michael Sheldrick,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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While building these cashflow models will likely be complex and expensive, philanthropic capital could step in to help with data collection and provide technical support.—
Olivia White
Michael Wiegand,
Harvard Business Review,
26 Sep. 2024
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This guiding principle has been instrumental in shaping the firm’s success and its reputation for compassionate advocacy.—
William Jones,
USA TODAY,
16 Jan. 2025
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Being compassionate with yourself will give you more answers.—
Gillian Mohney,
Verywell Health,
15 Jan. 2025
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However, a handful of events will carry on with a charitable component, including the starry Clive Davis party and MusiCares tribute concert.—
Kirsten Chuba,
The Hollywood Reporter,
27 Jan. 2025
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Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust’s portfolio.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
26 Jan. 2025
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Employers consistently emphasize the value of hiring individuals with a broad knowledge base who can collaborate to solve problems, engage in thoughtful debate, communicate clearly, and think critically—skills that liberal-arts programs rigorously cultivate.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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And having more thoughtful conversations doesn’t preclude the need sometimes to confront those who are needlessly cruel or organizations that benefit from such exploitation.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
18 Jan. 2025
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Dog biscuits were handmade to be donated to local area animal humane organizations.—
Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Jan. 2025
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Americans must hold both Democratic and Republican leaders accountable for creating fair and humane immigration policies.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025
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As the other two winners would gawk during the tours of the locker room and practice facility, Rupert would hang on every word from Batum, soaking in the advice: Be unselfish … make the extra pass … play defense … don’t try to do too much … work hard.—
Jason Quick,
The Athletic,
16 Jan. 2025
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Antoine Griezmann, the most unselfish footballer in the world, has to be the pick.—
The Athletic Staff,
The Athletic,
30 Dec. 2024
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But as his latest shows, noble principles about the protection of wildlife and animals don’t automatically translate to a good screenplay or a watchable movie.—
Tomris Laffly,
Variety,
17 Jan. 2025
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For spring 2025, Loro Piana switched its focus from cashmere to linen, crowned as the noble fiber of the season.—
Luisa Zargani,
WWD,
16 Jan. 2025
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“Selfless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/selfless. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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