altruism

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Recent Examples of altruism And in humans the structure has been linked to traits such as trust, empathy, moral decision-making and extraordinary altruism. Tobias Kalenscher, Scientific American, 13 June 2025 Some industry experts argue that the bureaucratic framework established by the Act risks dampening enthusiasm around the concept of data altruism itself. Nino Letteriello, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025 Data altruism refers to the voluntary sharing of data—by individuals or companies—without expecting any reward for purposes of general interest. Nino Letteriello, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025 The care Attalla received cultivated a deep sense of altruism. Larry D. Urish, Oc Register, 4 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for altruism
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Noun
  • He’s got charisma, a dapper style and a crippling need to be the center of attention, which is classic Leo energy, minus the warmth and generosity.
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 25 July 2025
  • Fuentes Espinal works in construction to support his family and has spent the last 15 years as a volunteer pastor at Iglesia del Nazareno Jesus Te Ama, also known as the Church of the Nazarene Jesus Loves You, where he is known for his sermons and generosity.
    Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 25 July 2025
Noun
  • That makes the the initial 0.5% of income donated to charity not deductible.
    Bruce Brumberg, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
  • Any lack of communication and coordination between any charity executive and their board, or executive committee, is generally considered outside the best practices of any organization.
    Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 July 2025
Noun
  • As Espinoza’s understanding of philanthropy and corporate responsibility deepened, so did his resolve.
    Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 26 July 2025
  • The source noted that philanthropy is part of their mutual attraction.
    Catherine Santino, People.com, 25 July 2025

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“Altruism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/altruism. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.

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