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as in honesty
the free expression of one's true feelings and opinions
the openheartedness with which he discussed his private life often startled new acquaintances
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as in generosity
the quality or state of being generous
their natural openheartedness made them easy prey for every trickster with a sad story
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The qualities that sustain healthy families, including honesty, accountability, forgiveness, and sacrifice, cannot be purchased or given.—
David H. Rosmarin,
Time,
10 June 2026 -
The focus was on honesty in materials and construction, simple forms, and harmonious indoor-outdoor spaces, with plenty of room left over for personal flourishes that reflected the spirit of the site and lifestyle of the young family, including their 5-year-old daughter, Stevie.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
9 June 2026
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But beginning on February 11, 2022 108 healthy adults from across the United States performed an act of selfless generosity.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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He is remembered for his generosity to families in need, and his dedication to giving back to his community.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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There was such calm, quiet sincerity on his part.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2026
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Darry Sragow, a veteran Democratic strategist who advised Checchi, said Steyer’s focus on such causes had the potential to be meaningful to voters who are often skeptical about the sincerity and motives of rich candidates.—
Seema Mehta,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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The event will convene changemakers, creatives and leaders across industries to inspire accessible, impactful philanthropy by breaking down barriers to meaningful change.—
THR Staff,
HollywoodReporter,
11 June 2026
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Estate planning, tax coordination, philanthropy, family governance and family office advisory services have become increasingly central to sophisticated wealth management.—
Elie Nour,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Seydoux asks me in a moment of frankness.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
18 May 2026
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Her love for the city is palpable, imbued with her frankness, her fun, her queerness, and her history.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Apr. 2026
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Early on, the client read his directness as arrogance.—
Luis Peralta,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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There is a remarkable lightness to Tuchel, a candour and directness.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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Your forthrightness will set the tone for future dates.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
6 June 2026
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There’s something both startling and seductive about such forthrightness.—
Jeremy Lybarger,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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French doors create a visual connection between the living room and primary bedroom, reinforcing the apartment’s sense of openness despite its compact footprint.—
Kristen Flanagan,
Architectural Digest,
12 June 2026
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Min Zin was a student activist in the 1988 democracy movement in Myanmar, then called Burma, eventually leaving for exile before returning to the country in 2013 during its brief period of political openness.—
Wai Moe,
NPR,
12 June 2026
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“Openheartedness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/openheartedness. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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