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as in philanthropic
having or showing a concern for the welfare of others
a charitable couple who have donated a sizable chunk of their fortune to the local university
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as in generous
giving or sharing in abundance and without hesitation
a charitable woman who helped everyone who needed it
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as in easy
tolerant and kind in the judgment of and expectations for others
her best friend, who was inclined towards a more charitable interpretation of her actions, let it pass
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Recent Examples of charitable
The costs of doing so are met entirely by external funding and no charitable funds have been used.
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ABC News, 10 Apr. 2026
Krumpos highlights that the company aims to grow its network of partners while increasing its role in funding charitable work across the country.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
The study defined generosity broadly in terms of efforts or gifts made to support people in need, charitable causes or philanthropic organizations through actions like giving and volunteering.
—George E. Mitchell, The Conversation, 3 Apr. 2026
Corbett’s charitable efforts with food insecurity and military members earned him the honor.
—Mike Kaye
march 26, Charlotte Observer, 26 Mar. 2026
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ABC News, 10 Apr. 2026
Krumpos highlights that the company aims to grow its network of partners while increasing its role in funding charitable work across the country.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
The study defined generosity broadly in terms of efforts or gifts made to support people in need, charitable causes or philanthropic organizations through actions like giving and volunteering.
—George E. Mitchell, The Conversation, 3 Apr. 2026
Corbett’s charitable efforts with food insecurity and military members earned him the honor.
—Mike Kaye
march 26, Charlotte Observer, 26 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for charitable
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In six short years, Rare Beauty, Selena Gomez‘s beauty brand, has raised $30 million toward the star’s philanthropic goal of giving $100 million to mental health causes.—
Merle Ginsberg,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
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Yet philanthropic investment is shrinking in relative terms.—
Felecia Hatcher,
Fortune,
7 Apr. 2026
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Featuring the show’s slogan over a sunny pop of color, this sturdy ceramic mug holds a generous 15 ounces of coffee, tea, or hot cocoa, and is your Immunity Idol against a dull routine.—
Brittany Anas,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Apr. 2026
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The parathas, as the savory flatbreads are called, stuffed with onion and paneer and coated with a generous amount of butter, are as delicious as ever.—
Mithil Aggarwal,
NBC news,
11 Apr. 2026
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The Game Zone arcade area is another easy win, especially for younger kids and teens, with a mix of high-tech games and nostalgic favorites that make a great break from the sun.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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The step-through frame is legit-easy for riders of all sizes.—
Joe Salas
April 07,
New Atlas,
7 Apr. 2026
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Asylum seekers were largely allowed to await their court dates outside detention, and many, like Amalia’s family, were granted humanitarian parole.—
Sarah Stillman,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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Nearly half of Haiti’s 12 million people face acute food insecurity as diesel and gasoline prices jumped 29% to 37%, worsening what aid organizations call the worst humanitarian crisis in years.—
Evens Sanon,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Apr. 2026
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The common bonds that held the fabric of society together have been torn to shreds and sewn together into robes that adorn the would-be benevolent dictators of culture who explain everything, apologize for nothing and lend their credibility to anyone willing to pay their fee.—
Bruce Stockler,
Fortune,
5 Apr. 2026
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McTeigue created subtle variations on the mask so that V could look slightly more sinister or benevolent depending on the lighting.—
Matthew Huff,
IndieWire,
17 Mar. 2026
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Made for unwinding, dreaming and everything in between, this 100% organic cotton sleepwear is crafted from naturally soft, breathable fabric that keeps you comfortable all night long.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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The Earth Tone Collection currently offers several neutral colors—desert sand, warm beige, dune taupe, washed khaki, dusty olive, soft clay, muted terracotta and light stone—and the clients can create other custom colors.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Privacy may struggle within a buzzing neighborhood as the Sun in your contemplative 12th house pokes indulgent Jupiter in your 3rd House of Messages.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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The Rangers, who return home with a 4-2 record after a season-opening road trip to Philadelphia and Baltimore, are once again leaning into bold, shareable and indulgent creations for Opening Day.—
Trevor Sochocki,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Charitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charitable. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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