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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 gift was made by the Reuben Foundation, a charitable organization established by billionaire brothers and art collectors David and Simon Reuben, who made their fortunes in Russian aluminum and real estate.
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News Desk, Artforum, 15 Oct. 2025
So, people are mostly worried about the new couple and, of course, Mackenzie Scott’s charitable endeavors.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 15 Oct. 2025
For Hindus, Diwali is also a time for dana (charitable giving) and seva (selfless service), according to the Hindu American Foundation.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Her charitable and humanitarian affiliations also include the United Nations World Food Programme, Baby2Baby, Operation Smile, and numerous other organizations.
—Sean Mandell, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
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News Desk, Artforum, 15 Oct. 2025
So, people are mostly worried about the new couple and, of course, Mackenzie Scott’s charitable endeavors.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 15 Oct. 2025
For Hindus, Diwali is also a time for dana (charitable giving) and seva (selfless service), according to the Hindu American Foundation.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Her charitable and humanitarian affiliations also include the United Nations World Food Programme, Baby2Baby, Operation Smile, and numerous other organizations.
—Sean Mandell, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for charitable
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These are not philanthropic gestures.—
Olivier Wenden,
Fortune,
14 Oct. 2025
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Based in Ooltewah, Tenn., the Morning Pointe Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Morning Pointe Senior Living.—
Gabrielle Chenault,
Nashville Tennessean,
12 Oct. 2025
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With generous scoops and homemade flavors like Chocolate Fluffer Nutter, Black Raspberry, and Almond Bark, this small-batch, family-run shop is a true Syracuse staple.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Oct. 2025
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The tiny house features generous glazing, including a double glass door entrance which opens next to the combined living/sleeping area.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
19 Oct. 2025
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When laundry day rolls around, simply throw the durable topper in the laundry with the rest of your bedding for easy maintenance and tumble dry with no heat.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 2025
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It will soon be connected to Oaxaca City next year for easy access.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
21 Oct. 2025
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As such, a solution is at hand – pending Hamas’ compliance to disarm immediately – truly neutral humanitarian operations beg for new measures and modalities.—
Benjamin Weinthal,
FOXNews.com,
21 Oct. 2025
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The return of Israeli hostages’ bodies from Gaza has become a focal point in ongoing ceasefire negotiations, symbolizing the humanitarian stakes of the conflict and its emotional toll in both Israel and Gaza.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
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The short war in Cuba gained the United States the Philippines, Guam, and Puerto Rico; turned the nation into a Pacific power; and created beliefs that America was a stern yet benevolent country tasked by Destiny to enforce peace and bring prosperity to the world.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Oct. 2025
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Since that time, says Paine, even those fortunate enough to live under benevolent rule have seldom been more than one generation away from yet another dreadful monarch.—
Matthew Redmond,
The Conversation,
9 Oct. 2025
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Dress up your bedroom with a new seven-piece comforter set or sink into something super soft like the Bedsure fluffy comforter.—
Sheri Kaz,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Oct. 2025
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Thousands of reviewers have highlighted how soft and cozy the pad feels.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 2025
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Dinner, as expected, leans more indulgent with several steak, seafood, and chicken options.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Oct. 2025
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My dad considered luxury his old Jaguar two-seater that smelled of leather and oil, a cigar and a brandy, and long, indulgent lunches at great restaurants.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Charitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charitable. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.
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