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as in virtue
conduct that conforms to an accepted standard of right and wrong
given his reputation for unswerving morality, scandal of any kind would wreck his political career
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as in principles
the code of good conduct for an individual or group
the morality that members of the Mafia are expected to adhere to—or suffer the consequences
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Recent Examples of morality
In that myth, markets are agents of morality.
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Megan Garber, The Atlantic, 24 May 2026
Some reckon that humans are subject to ongoing research, tests relating to morality and intelligence, or an incoming invasion.
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
These morality tales, focusing on figures like Michael Milken and Ivan Boesky, make an implicit claim that individual avarice somehow explains the excesses of an entire era.
—Literary Hub, 15 May 2026
As ever, politics and morality alike are at the heart of cinematic form.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 13 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for morality
Megan Garber, The Atlantic, 24 May 2026
Some reckon that humans are subject to ongoing research, tests relating to morality and intelligence, or an incoming invasion.
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
These morality tales, focusing on figures like Michael Milken and Ivan Boesky, make an implicit claim that individual avarice somehow explains the excesses of an entire era.
—Literary Hub, 15 May 2026
As ever, politics and morality alike are at the heart of cinematic form.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 13 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for morality
Recent Examples of Synonyms for morality
Noun
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We were constantly informed that our purpose was to become genteel and inculcated in Christian virtue.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 May 2026
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At the end of the eighteenth century, the West’s power brokers, eager to exude stolid republican virtue, abjured decoration and ornament, sparking what the British psychologist John Flügel called the Great Masculine Renunciation.—
Dan Piepenbring,
Harpers Magazine,
26 May 2026
Noun
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Rather than abandoning its roots, the transformation preserved the integrity of the hotel's vision while adding modern touches and amenities to the rooms and suites.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 May 2026
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The look focuses on maintaining hair integrity with intentional lift and seamless toning for a healthy, glossy finish.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
24 May 2026
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Prioritize Human Evaluation People who are familiar with local culture should assess models for factors such as fluency, coherence, cultural relevance, politeness norms and the accuracy of idioms (not just literal correctness).—
Ryan Kolln,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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The Gucci outfits created by then-creative director Alessandro Michele that Lauro sported on stage for his 2020 participation at the Sanremo Music Festival sparked days of online conversation for subverting rigid gender norms and reimagining sacred Italian iconography.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
26 May 2026
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Brands should rethink ownership, durability and honesty.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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These challenges require transparency, honesty and strong relationships.—
Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards,
Mercury News,
26 May 2026
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Thank goodness for Zach Abrahams, a young Capetonian chef who started in the sister Whichaway Camp, who’s now performing edible wizardry in Echo’s kitchen.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 May 2026
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And your fans, goodness gracious.—
Joe Rexrode,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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His other, more conservative but still expressive sets for RCA comprised a joint project with Coleman Hawkins, a recital of familiar bop tunes and a collection of standards.—
Chris Morris,
Variety,
26 May 2026
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As a 42-year-old mom, my standards are admittedly high.—
Jill Layton,
PEOPLE,
25 May 2026
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Two, people might pretend to be different characters or scenarios, which can add excitement.—
Noelle Harff,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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Comic book character Selina Kyle was first introduced in 1940 as part of DC Comics' Batman series.—
Kelsie Gibson,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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If the Sun is high in the lunar sky during the flyby, there will be few shadows, and the crew will be looking for subtle variations in surface color and rightness.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2026
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This sense of rightness — imperfect, but clarifying — is what gout offers as diagnosis.—
Jan Steyn,
The Dial,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Morality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/morality. Accessed 29 May. 2026.
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