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Recent Examples of self-sacrificing
Anyone who tries to pass will have our self-sacrificing heroes in the IRGC Navy and Army set their ships on fire.
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Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 3 Mar. 2026
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
Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 3 Mar. 2026
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-sacrificing
Adjective
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And so, to the United States of America, on your 250th birthday, let our two countries rededicate ourselves to each other in the selfless service of our peoples and of all the peoples of the world.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Apr. 2026
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His strategy has been selfless, focusing on whatever the team needs in the situation.—
Jack Murray,
Boston Herald,
26 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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These investments aren’t driven by the altruistic goal of ocean conservation—but this work still enables a better understanding of the ocean, perhaps assisting conservation as a positive side-effect.—
Natalie Sum Yue Chung,
Fortune,
3 May 2026
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The flood of Chinese car exports to the rest of the world does not stem from some kind of altruistic intention from President Xi Jinping to increase global mobility.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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But statement that seems so benevolent can be anything but.—
Kathy and Ross Petrass,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2026
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With the eventual blessing of his benevolent landlords, Grattan has completely transformed the rental unit— widening doorways, upgrading electrical systems, and reimagining every wall and ceiling.—
Sam Cochran,
Architectural Digest,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Over the coming two decades, baby boomers and older generations are projected to transfer around $84 trillion to younger heirs and charitable causes by 2045.—
Ed Smith-Lewis,
Fortune,
2 May 2026
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Conversations might turn to metaphysical issues or charitable activities.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
2 May 2026
Adjective
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While global challenges continue to rise, foreign assistance programs are needed more than ever from both a humanitarian and strategic standpoint.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 May 2026
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The group had sailed from Barcelona, Spain, earlier this month, aiming to challenge the blockade and deliver humanitarian aid.—
Rena Rowe,
The Washington Examiner,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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About the Rancho Santa Fe FoundationThe Rancho Santa Fe Foundation partners with individuals, families, and organizations to turn philanthropic vision into meaningful impact.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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In six short years, Rare Beauty, Selena Gomez‘s beauty brand, has raised $30 million toward the star’s philanthropic goal of giving $100 million to mental health causes.—
Merle Ginsberg,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Self-sacrificing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-sacrificing. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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