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also largess
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as in gift
something given to someone without expectation of a return
the alumna's huge bequest was an unexpected largess
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as in generosity
the quality or state of being generous
the philanthropist was known for his largess to all of the city's cultural institutions
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Recent Examples of largesse
The state’s attitude toward folk religion—and its similar largesse toward Buddhism and Taoism—contrasts strongly with its attitude toward China’s two other main religious groups, Christianity and Islam.
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Ian Johnson, Foreign Affairs, 7 Jan. 2019
The well-to-do local businessmen who in their philanthropic largesse had funded over 80% of Mishpacha’s budget had become needy themselves.
—Jta Staff Report, Sun Sentinel, 21 Feb. 2024
More than 60% of the growth for September came from the usual suspects — food and drinking establishments, health care, and government — that have all been the beneficiaries of fiscal largesse that has pushed the 2024 budget deficit to the brink of $2 trillion.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 4 Oct. 2024
In the past, European largesse helped to support peace in Northern Ireland, providing regional development and agricultural funds and funding reconciliation efforts.
—Henry Farrell, Foreign Affairs, 28 June 2016
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Ian Johnson, Foreign Affairs, 7 Jan. 2019
The well-to-do local businessmen who in their philanthropic largesse had funded over 80% of Mishpacha’s budget had become needy themselves.
—Jta Staff Report, Sun Sentinel, 21 Feb. 2024
More than 60% of the growth for September came from the usual suspects — food and drinking establishments, health care, and government — that have all been the beneficiaries of fiscal largesse that has pushed the 2024 budget deficit to the brink of $2 trillion.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 4 Oct. 2024
In the past, European largesse helped to support peace in Northern Ireland, providing regional development and agricultural funds and funding reconciliation efforts.
—Henry Farrell, Foreign Affairs, 28 June 2016
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for largesse
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Includes gifts for your wedding party, party favors for all guests, and welcome bags for friends who've traveled abroad for your big day.Virginia Van Zanten, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2025
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This applies to all financial gifts in a tax year, not just contributions to 529 plans.Robert Cole, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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For Chen, the outcome is already a triumph: a surge of generosity has made a tangible impact in the fight against rare diseases.Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
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This border city sometimes called the Ellis Island of the Southwest has long been known for its generosity toward immigrants, and that spirit extends to newcomers on four legs.Lauren Villagran, USA TODAY, 28 Dec. 2024
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What is the new health savings account (HSA) contribution limit?Daniel de Visé, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
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Despite a slight early dip in decisive goal contributions, Williams continues to wreak havoc down the left flank with his appetite for direct dribbling and one-on-one duels.The Athletic UK Staff, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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In addition to her ecological and educational philanthropy work in Africa, Wildenstein also began dealing art with her then-husband.Lexy Perez, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Jan. 2025
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Asher said states and local governments, as well as philanthropies, are pumping money into programs to bring down violent crime.Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 31 Dec. 2024
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Our fact-check work is supported in part by a grant from Meta.Joedy McCreary, USA TODAY, 7 Jan. 2025
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Each filmmaker will receive a production grant along with an iPhone 16 Pro Max and MacBook Pro for shooting and editing.Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Jan. 2025
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The homework assignments ultimately could produce documents to be included in a presentation deck.Anne Field, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Fittingly, the stage was besieged with red lights, and fire became part of the presentation.Mark Gray, People.com, 31 Dec. 2024
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At present, Sweden’s Volvo is thought to be the only large automaker to have managed to comply with the target, alongside U.S. EV manufacturer Tesla and some Chinese companies.Sam Meredith, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2025
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At present, OpenAI is a long way from profitability.Tharin Pillay, TIME, 8 Jan. 2025
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“Largesse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/largesse. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.
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