as in noble
having, characterized by, or arising from a dignified and generous nature
a magnanimous donation to the town's animal shelter
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Recent Examples of magnanimous
Two years ago, when Barca also won the title there, the club’s euphoric players were chased down the tunnel by magnanimous home fans.
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Phil Hay, New York Times, 16 May 2025
In a magnanimous gesture, Monet allowed Ernest, Alice and their six children to move in with him, his wife and their two sons in Vétheuil, northwest of Paris.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Apr. 2025
As the sun harmonizes with magnanimous Jupiter, optimism attracts opulence!
—Usa Today, USA Today, 6 Apr. 2025
Something tells me Greg-Gary will be … less magnanimous about the whole thing.
—Jessica M. Goldstein, Vulture, 16 Mar. 2025
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Phil Hay, New York Times, 16 May 2025
In a magnanimous gesture, Monet allowed Ernest, Alice and their six children to move in with him, his wife and their two sons in Vétheuil, northwest of Paris.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Apr. 2025
As the sun harmonizes with magnanimous Jupiter, optimism attracts opulence!
—Usa Today, USA Today, 6 Apr. 2025
Something tells me Greg-Gary will be … less magnanimous about the whole thing.
—Jessica M. Goldstein, Vulture, 16 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for magnanimous
Adjective
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Royal titles are reserved for those born into or marrying into the family, while dukedoms and other noble titles are passed down through a family or granted by the reigning monarch.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
6 July 2025
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He’s covered in sweat and using a scrap of cardboard as a fan—not for himself, but for the tides of people who pass him, in a noble effort to keep them cool.—
Richard Collett,
Saveur,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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This is a great NBA Summer League matchup; make sure to tune in and catch all the action.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
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Santangelo is a member of the Giants broadcast team and a host on KNBR 680 AM and 104.5 FM in San Francisco, where every day is a great day to discuss baseball.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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Different views on the topic Some readers challenge the emphasis on political decorum, arguing that respect must be earned through honorable conduct rather than election victories.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
4 July 2025
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Or that America's founding principles are honorable and created a superpower that leads the world.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 July 2025
Adjective
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Net profit slumped 11% in 2024 to 2.3 billion baht ($71 million) while revenue stagnated at 33 billion baht amid weak consumer spending and higher costs related to distribution, staffing and store openings.—
Gloria Haraito,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Key stat Muncy tied his career high with seven RBIs.—
Greg Beacham,
Chicago Tribune,
23 June 2025
Adjective
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Fiennes exhibits that side of him without apology, which only makes his gallant side feel all the more genuine.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
12 June 2025
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Each year, Scouts, Scouters, veterans and other community groups from all over the Bay Area gather in tribute to these gallant men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country.—
Karl Mondon,
Mercury News,
25 May 2025
Adjective
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Besides, Mexicans have a far better dish that combines the soft with the crunchy to create something sublime.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2025
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Not only has the film already received rave reviews ahead of its June 27 release for its deeply personal and captivating storyline and sublime cast and acting, but the independent film is also making history by being entirely self-financed and nationally distributed.—
Maia Niguel Hoskin,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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“Magnanimous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/magnanimous. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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