good works

plural noun

: things done to help poor people, sick people, etc.
She is admired for her many good works.

Examples of good works in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web At elementary and middle schools, Everett said the organization’s clubs have focused on science, art and doing good works for the community. Sarah Ritter, Kansas City Star, 22 Mar. 2024 There is no excuse for my bad judgment, abusing my authority and undermining Hit Like A Girl’s good works. Karen Bliss, Billboard, 21 Mar. 2024 Especially if those good works happened on teams in the ’70s and ’80s … and who also happened to be in the AFC. Sean Keeler, The Denver Post, 27 Jan. 2024 Hundreds of charities cherish royal appearances, which give their good works visibility and credibility among potential donors. Sylvia Hui, Danica Kirka, The Christian Science Monitor, 7 Feb. 2024 Here are a few ways to support some good works—today and beyond—while enjoying some food and wine diversions. Lana Bortolot, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2023 Their expressions did not change as two other speakers praised Mr. Lorge for his transformation and good works. Photographs Todd Heisler, New York Times, 15 Oct. 2023 Griner’s continued good works have not gone unnoticed, and this summer, the WNBA announced that the Phoenix Mercury center was once again the recipient of the WNBA Cares Community Assist Award. Essence, 27 Sep. 2023 Those good works include helping to arrange recitals at a local concert circle, where she and the pianist meet. David L. Ulin, Los Angeles Times, 22 Sep. 2023

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“Good works.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/good%20works. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.

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