Definition of charitablenext
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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 Advertisement Is Meals on Wheels feeling the headwinds that are being faced by other charitable organizations? Belinda Luscombe, Time, 20 May 2026 In the years since, the couple have made high-profile visits to Nigeria, Colombia and Australia to highlight their charitable causes. Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026 Those charitable events, Peter Baker said, brought his business into people’s hands. Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 17 May 2026 Eco effort Ocean Casino Resort is committed to investing in positive environmental change through beach cleanups, charitable contributions, and advocacy including a partnership with an organic farm addressing food insecurity, soil regeneration, and community inclusiveness in Atlantic City. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for charitable
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  • About the Rancho Santa Fe FoundationThe Rancho Santa Fe Foundation partners with individuals, families, and organizations to turn philanthropic vision into meaningful impact.
    News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
  • 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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  • Barton 1792 doesn’t disclose its mash bill, but it is generally described as corn-forward, with a generous wheat component and a small, malted barley portion.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
  • In addition, Ohmes said that the company's foray into organic items along with its generous loyalty program has upside potential.
    Michael Bloom, CNBC, 23 May 2026
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  • The chef’s kitchen features custom cabinetry, two islands for easy prep, and Gaggenau cooktops with both gas and induction options, along with a teppanyaki griddle.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 18 May 2026
  • Every airline has its own app, making digital boarding passes easy to pull up on a phone and scan at the gate.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 18 May 2026
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  • Santos plays Ruby Dela Cruz, the head of a grassroots organization serving Aeta communities, while Martin plays Angelique Dumont, a European humanitarian executive overseeing aid operations across Southeast Asia.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 17 May 2026
  • His visit came just as the Cuban government admitted that its oil reserves have run dry and coincides with efforts by federal prosecutors to secure an indictment against Raúl Castro for drug trafficking and the 1996 downing of humanitarian planes.
    New York Times, New York Times, 16 May 2026
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  • The overflow doctor had benevolent eyes and doughy cheeks, like fresh loaves of bread.
    Nami Mun, The Atlantic, 16 May 2026
  • That’s particularly noteworthy with sloths, with faces configured in a permanently benevolent expression.
    Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 May 2026
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  • The rooms Rooms are decorated in a cool, muted Pacific Northwest palette—soft shades, brass accents, and heavy drapes that cut the light just right.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 May 2026
  • On Flight 12, however, the company planed to return Super Heavy a soft splashdown in the Gulf of Mexico rather than risk a recovery mishap that could damage the pad on the first flight of brand-new hardware.
    Josh Dinner, Space.com, 23 May 2026
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  • While historic curbside appeal remains intact, inside The Biltmore opens to an even more glamorous world, with shimmering chandeliers and a bright-white marble lobby setting the tone for an indulgent stay.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 May 2026
  • But there were instances in which the frontman’s flourishes may have come off as a bit too indulgent.
    Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 19 May 2026

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“Charitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charitable. Accessed 24 May. 2026.

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