as in philanthropy
the giving of necessities and especially money to the needy
good works such as almsgiving, tending the sick and visiting the imprisoned
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Recent Examples of almsgiving
The annual observance of Ramadan is part of the five pillars of Islam, which include the profession of faith, prayer, almsgiving, fasting and pilgrimage.
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Jordan Green, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 10 Feb. 2026
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops identifies prayer, fasting and almsgiving as the central practices of the season.
—Dallas Morning News, 20 Jan. 2026
Jordan Green, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 10 Feb. 2026
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops identifies prayer, fasting and almsgiving as the central practices of the season.
—Dallas Morning News, 20 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for almsgiving
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The estate said the sale is consistent with Allen’s directive to eventually sell his sports holdings and direct all estate proceeds to philanthropy.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Now in its third year, the event will present its first fashion- and beauty-focused philanthropy summit.—
Kimberly Nordyke,
HollywoodReporter,
17 Feb. 2026
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The day begins Lent, a 40‑day period leading up to Easter on April 5 that is often marked by limited fasting, dietary restrictions such as avoiding meat on Fridays, and acts of charity.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
18 Feb. 2026
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His sister, Jody Allen, became executor of his estate after his death and took over the leadership of the franchise, overseeing the sale of his assets and donations to charity.—
Laya Neelakandan,
CNBC,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Almsgiving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/almsgiving. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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