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a gift of money or its equivalent to a charity, humanitarian cause, or public institution the town library stays open primarily through beneficences from concerned residents

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Recent Examples of beneficence Paula Keeler, 74, took a break from her recent shift inspecting produce to discuss the organization’s beneficence. Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2025 As a result, the National Research Act of 1974 led to the Belmont Report, which identified ethical principles essential to human research: respect for persons, beneficence and justice. Christine Coughlin, The Conversation, 9 May 2025 Professional guidelines, such as those set by the American Psychological Association, emphasize the principles of integrity, justice and beneficence. Philip Caldwell, Baltimore Sun, 12 Jan. 2025 Had there been even a modicum of creativity and beneficence in the baseball offices abutting the Allegheny, the team could have had their cake and eaten it too. Dan Freedman, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024 See All Example Sentences for beneficence
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beneficence
Noun
  • Ranked as the 24th wealthiest family in America, their contributions to Louisville are estimated to be over $1 billion.
    Maggie Menderski, Louisville Courier Journal, 26 Oct. 2025
  • The men’s golf club also joined in, spreading the word and encouraging contributions for a chance to win the donated driver.
    News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • His legacy continues to inspire others to lead with kindness, purpose, and authenticity.
    Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
  • Found in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, Wilbur is described as quirky and in need of patience, stability, and someone willing to earn his trust with treats and kindness.
    Real-Time News team, Miami Herald, 27 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Federal investigation reveals wide criminal net Browse the website of Chen’s Prince Group, and the company’s public image is one of charitable endeavors, business accolades and awards for corporate social responsibility initiatives, large donations to anti-Covid efforts, and education programs.
    Helen Regan, CNN Money, 25 Oct. 2025
  • Preservation efforts succeeded in the 1990s, with the establishment of the Falls of the Ohio State Park and the millions of dollars raised from private donations and public funds.
    Leo Bertucci, Louisville Courier Journal, 25 Oct. 2025
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  • And Lloyd brings a stiff upper lip that melts away to secret tenderness and fear to Celeste, who is not only navigating the realities of being the only Black woman in the group, but also returning home to take care of her ailing mother.
    Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Oct. 2025
  • The wings get crispy and are tossed in the Meyer lemon harissa sauce, which adds crunch, tenderness and saucy goodness.
    Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025

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“Beneficence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beneficence. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.

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