cruelty-free

Definition of cruelty-freenext

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Recent Examples of cruelty-free Many consumers deliberately buy fair-trade coffee, cruelty-free cosmetics or environmentally responsible products. Mark Bartholomew, The Conversation, 23 Apr. 2026 Vegan, cruelty-free, and dermatologist-tested, what’s not to love? Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2026 The fragrances are vegan, cruelty-free, use cotton wicks, and are made without phthalates or lead. Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 19 Apr. 2026 These lotions are vegan and cruelty-free, and they’re made without fragrances and parabens. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cruelty-free
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cruelty-free
Adjective
  • Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust's portfolio.
    Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 13 June 2026
  • More than 1,000 pounds of grocery and paper goods from Roy Pope were donated to the charitable organization.
    Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 June 2026
Adjective
  • Once dominated by altruistic non-profits, hospice now attracts sophisticated criminal networks.
    Wes Kilgore, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
  • The word also implies a certain curtailing of altruistic ambitions.
    Missy Ryan, The Atlantic, 10 June 2026
Adjective
  • Peterborough United midfielder Matthew Garbett is crucial to this ploy, often drifting into wider positions or making selfless underlapping runs to help his side’s attack.
    Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 5 June 2026
  • Kilduff’s last selfless act mimicked his whole life, fellow Rescue 2 firefighter Lt.
    Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 1 June 2026
Adjective
  • Andre Dowell is founder and president of the National Philanthropic Foundation, advancing philanthropic legacy, next generation leadership, and civic understanding.
    Andre Dowell, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026
  • Carrying forward the philanthropic aspect of the partnership, $1 from every purchase in the Pride Collection will support EJAF’s mission to help end AIDS and combat LGBTQIA+ stigma around the world.
    Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
Adjective
  • In Geneva, Switzerland’s second-largest city and a hub of United Nations institutions and humanitarian groups, early results showed about two-thirds of voters in the region opposed the measure.
    Jamey Keaten, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
  • Haiti is one of the world’s poorest countries, in the grip of a political and humanitarian crisis.
    Oliver Kay, New York Times, 13 June 2026
Adjective
  • However, the unselfish captain has led MLS in assists so far, which may still bode well for South Korea.
    Andrew Greif, NBC news, 12 June 2026
  • Though Bridges’ clank to conclude the evening was hardly the reason for the defeat, the possession was exemplary of a rare issue for New York, one of the league’s cleverest and most unselfish squads.
    Fred Katz, New York Times, 10 June 2026
Adjective
  • Both accused each other of being secretly liberal or not MAGA enough.
    Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
  • The Supreme Court allowed the firing to go through on a temporary basis, over staunch dissents from the court's three liberal justices.
    Nina Totenberg, NPR, 9 June 2026
Adjective
  • Among noble palaces, Baroque villas and historic hotels overlooking the sea, the island has become a natural set for exclusive events with a strong media impact.
    Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 6 June 2026
  • Refusing to play politics doesn’t make a leader more noble or ethical.
    Harrison Monarth, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026

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“Cruelty-free.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cruelty-free. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.

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