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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
This debate has been emotional, in part because it has been cast as a morality tale.
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Stephen Peter Rosen, Foreign Affairs, 14 Mar. 2025
Craig applies the same care here, tackling big topics like morality and spirituality with smart dialogue and rich emotional depth.
—Dave Nemetz, TVLine, 13 Mar. 2025
Ultimately, the Islamic Republic temporarily removed the morality police from the streets to ease tensions.
—Mohammad Ayatollahi Tabaar, Foreign Affairs, 17 Mar. 2025
The playwright believes this frankness lends the play a relatable and powerful authenticity, prompting audiences to reflect deeply on issues of legacy, morality, and historical accountability.
—Court Stroud, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
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Stephen Peter Rosen, Foreign Affairs, 14 Mar. 2025
Craig applies the same care here, tackling big topics like morality and spirituality with smart dialogue and rich emotional depth.
—Dave Nemetz, TVLine, 13 Mar. 2025
Ultimately, the Islamic Republic temporarily removed the morality police from the streets to ease tensions.
—Mohammad Ayatollahi Tabaar, Foreign Affairs, 17 Mar. 2025
The playwright believes this frankness lends the play a relatable and powerful authenticity, prompting audiences to reflect deeply on issues of legacy, morality, and historical accountability.
—Court Stroud, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for morality
Recent Examples of Synonyms for morality
Noun
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The Kings hold the tiebreaker by virtue of their 2-1 lead in the season series.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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They are sent off to a grandmother in Ontario who is the epitome of cold, self-righteous Protestant virtue.—
Margaret Atwood,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.—
Alex Thomas,
Arkansas Online,
3 Apr. 2025
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This policy exists to maintain fair competition standards and preserve the sport’s integrity.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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While some leaders cling to pre-pandemic norms, citing the need for in-person collaboration, employees have tasted the flexibility of remote work and are reluctant to give it up.—
Tim Bajarin,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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This means going beyond policies and quotas, striving instead for cultural norms where differences are not only accepted but celebrated.—
Mo Hamzian,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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Both Chien and Salonga emphasized the honesty and openness that characterize their relationship.—
Mathew Rodriguez,
Them.,
3 Apr. 2025
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Senior leaders should deliver feedback with honesty and respect, focusing on behaviors, not personalities.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Tuesday sees some Women’s Nations League goodness: England are off to Belgium, while Spain vs Portugal could be lively and Germany face Scotland.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
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The desire to memorialize through statues and buildings is often paired with the impulse to alter the truth, to construct the memories that won’t fracture a community’s sense of its implicit goodness.—
Vulture Editors,
Vulture,
1 Apr. 2025
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Boeing has faced criticism for its safety standards in recent years but claims its turnaround is underway.—
Zach Wichter,
USA TODAY,
4 Jan. 2025
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The storied manufacturer faced criticism for what many saw as slipping standards on its production lines in recent years.—
Zach Wichter,
USA TODAY,
4 Jan. 2025
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From a personality standpoint, many have praised Dart for his competitive mindset and character, something that coach Mike Tomlin often values.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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Alanna is definitely in the running for my favorite overhauled show character.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Morality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/morality. Accessed 12 Apr. 2025.
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