self-giving

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-giving
Adjective
  • There’s the self-sacrificing Texas teenager who’s helping her mom make ends meet by cashing out her own college fund.
    Jason Linkins, The New Republic, 25 Feb. 2023
Adjective
  • Pledges to give it all away A good friend of philanthropist Michael Milken who has raised billions of dollars for cancer research, Ellison believes the road to bliss is altruistic giving.
    Martine Paris, Forbes.com, 12 Sep. 2025
  • More than just an altruistic line in its mission statement, the Cincinnati Zoo walks the partnership walk.
    Leyla Shokoohe, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • This sign will have realizations about their want for selfless, supportive relationships.
    Julia Gomez, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2025
  • To be recognized by an institution whose graduates have shaped our country’s history through selfless service is both humbling and meaningful.
    Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Springer is an unselfish, and true team player.
    Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
  • Sutton has morphed into a solid team captain, remaining an unselfish leader.
    Troy Renck, Denver Post, 15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Israel blames Hamas for the scale of the destruction in Gaza, saying the group hides behind civilians, uses civil infrastructure for military purposes, and loots humanitarian aid intended for ordinary Gazans.
    Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025
  • Israel launched its ground offensive into Gaza City, further eroding prospects for a ceasefire in the enclave, which is already facing a humanitarian catastrophe.
    Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Funding remains limited, often coming in small donations from philanthropic groups.
    Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
  • The group is celebrating its 100-year anniversary as one of the oldest philanthropic social groups in Carlsbad.
    Linda Mcintosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • Cryer and Chuck Lorre are there to be magnanimous.
    Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 10 Sep. 2025
  • Such a magnanimous move might even help his father’s chances of getting Mayor Wu’s approval to build a new soccer stadium for the New England Revolution in Everett.
    Joe Battenfeld, Boston Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • That Golden Quartet The chemistry between the four leads was undeniable — especially during those late-night kitchen table conversations, always over a generous slice of cheesecake.
    Marc Berman, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
  • Hot Cheesy Crab Dip There’s no quicker way to please a crowd than with Grandma’s cheese dip, and this recipe happens to include a generous helping of crab meat.
    Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2025
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“Self-giving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-giving. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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