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as in philanthropic
having or showing a concern for the welfare of others
a charitable couple who have donated a sizable chunk of their fortune to the local university
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as in generous
giving or sharing in abundance and without hesitation
a charitable woman who helped everyone who needed it
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as in easy
tolerant and kind in the judgment of and expectations for others
her best friend, who was inclined towards a more charitable interpretation of her actions, let it pass
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Recent Examples of charitable
Stein spoke for nearly two minutes about Tepper’s impact on the Carolinas, from his ownership of the Panthers and Charlotte FC to his charitable efforts involving food insecurity, education and Hurricane Helene relief.
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Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 17 June 2026
Our parents were very much plugged into charitable work at the soup kitchen.
—Lauren Green, FOXNews.com, 15 June 2026
Enright believes most Americans don’t recognize their reliance on the charitable sector.
—James Pollard, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
In May 2024, Barcelona’s charitable arm, the Barca Foundation, sent a former player to Putumayo to work with vulnerable children.
—Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 27 May 2026
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Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 17 June 2026
Our parents were very much plugged into charitable work at the soup kitchen.
—Lauren Green, FOXNews.com, 15 June 2026
Enright believes most Americans don’t recognize their reliance on the charitable sector.
—James Pollard, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
In May 2024, Barcelona’s charitable arm, the Barca Foundation, sent a former player to Putumayo to work with vulnerable children.
—Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for charitable
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Andre Dowell is founder and president of the National Philanthropic Foundation, advancing philanthropic legacy, next generation leadership, and civic understanding.—
Andre Dowell,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2026
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Carrying forward the philanthropic aspect of the partnership, $1 from every purchase in the Pride Collection will support EJAF’s mission to help end AIDS and combat LGBTQIA+ stigma around the world.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
1 June 2026
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What truly deserves your generous attention?—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
20 June 2026
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The pact comes as Indiana becomes a popular destination for hyperscale data centers because of its generous tax policies and abatements.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2026
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The same breakfast and lunch buffets are also served in the smaller bistro on Deck 8, which provides some excellent views of the surroundings—not to mention easy access to outdoor decks if wildlife is spotted during a meal.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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Fans who chose to take shuttle buses, as tournament organizers urged fans to do, generally seemed to have an easy commute.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
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In Geneva, Switzerland’s second-largest city and a hub of United Nations institutions and humanitarian groups, early results showed about two-thirds of voters in the region opposed the measure.—
Jamey Keaten,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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Haiti is one of the world’s poorest countries, in the grip of a political and humanitarian crisis.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
13 June 2026
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Sadly, Pennywise is not a benevolent creature.—
Brianna Zigler,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 June 2026
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Others prioritize self-interest, often cloaked in benevolent language.—
Steve Denning,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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But so do bursts of color, softer fabrics and strange patterns.—
Precious Fondren,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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Puff sleeves, a scalloped hem, lace trim, and eyelet detailing give this top a soft, feminine edge.—
Jill Layton,
PEOPLE,
19 June 2026
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Launching on Deals & Steals, Like Air Drizzled Rice Cakes are indulgent, bite-sized mini rice cakes lightly drizzled with frosting for an easy, low-calorie sweet treat!—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
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But even pursuits that might appear more obviously indulgent—dining, say—attained gruelling rigor in yuppie hands.—
Molly Fischer,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
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“Charitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charitable. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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