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as in friendship
kindly concern, interest, or support
the long tradition of goodwill that exists between the United States and Canada
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as in willingness
cheerful readiness to do something
took on the task of coaching the soccer team with lots of zeal and goodwill
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Recent Examples of goodwill
Cultural affinity is not the same thing as political goodwill.
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Bobby Ghosh, Time, 7 May 2026
But Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Moscow disregarded the goodwill gesture and launched fresh attacks.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
European officials had welcomed Ukraine's unilateral move as a goodwill gesture illustrating its readiness for a peace settlement.
—ABC News, 6 May 2026
Fill the stadium, create atmosphere, generate goodwill.
—Asli Pelit, New York Times, 6 May 2026
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Bobby Ghosh, Time, 7 May 2026
But Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Moscow disregarded the goodwill gesture and launched fresh attacks.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
European officials had welcomed Ukraine's unilateral move as a goodwill gesture illustrating its readiness for a peace settlement.
—ABC News, 6 May 2026
Fill the stadium, create atmosphere, generate goodwill.
—Asli Pelit, New York Times, 6 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for goodwill
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By evening, the Aries Moon energizes friendships and future plans, making invitations, introductions, or group momentum especially fruitful.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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The aunties who sternly monitor the tables here will take and deliver your order, but please do not expect guidance or friendship.—
Ligaya Mishan,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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In recent years, BMW has shown a willingness to put its Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este concepts, like the Skytop roadster and Speedtop shooting brake, into production, but there appear to be no plans to do the same with the Vision BMW Alpina as of now.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
15 May 2026
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Researchers note that more study is needed to fully understand the role cannabis may play in menopause symptom management, but the numbers highlight a growing willingness among women to experiment with different approaches to feeling better.—
Aisha Alves,
Rolling Stone,
15 May 2026
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This is the generosity of Hamaguchi’s storytelling.—
Jessica Kiang,
Variety,
15 May 2026
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Saint Zdislava of Lemberk lived from 1220 to 1252 and was known for her generosity and work for the poor.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
13 May 2026
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Once on the train, Janet’s forced friendliness toward Zack and his polite, cordial responses gradually ignite Krazy Kristen.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
7 May 2026
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The service Staff are young, creative, attentive—balancing friendliness with just the right dose of Japan’s famed omotenashi hospitality.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 May 2026
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The cordiality and handsome looks of the dining room are exquisite reminders of elaborate Milanese design.—
John Mariani,
Forbes.com,
16 Mar. 2026
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Indianapolis didn't crack Nextdoor's list of the 20 friendliest cities in Indiana, but its separate ranking of neighborhoods in the Indy metro area finds plenty of cordiality in Central Indiana.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
27 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Goodwill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goodwill. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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