: a selfish and excessive desire for more of something (such as money) than is needed
motivated by naked ambition and greed
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Examples of greed in a Sentence
He was a ruthless businessman, motivated by naked ambition and greed.
don't let greed for riches control you
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One of the internal obstacles to overcome is what Steve Davis, CEO and lead consultant at Total Wealth Academy, refers to as LAG, or laziness, arrogance, and greed.
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William Mullane, USA TODAY, 7 May 2024
The Inflation Reduction Act was a good first step in addressing corporate greed.
—James Powel, USA TODAY, 14 Apr. 2024
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William Mullane, USA TODAY, 7 May 2024
The Inflation Reduction Act was a good first step in addressing corporate greed.
—James Powel, USA TODAY, 14 Apr. 2024
See all Example Sentences for greed
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“Greed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/greed. Accessed 18 May. 2024.
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greed
noun
: selfish desire for food, money, or possessions over and above one's needs
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