as in generous
having or showing great concern for other people and little or no concern for yourself
a selfless act selfless dedication to helping the most in need
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Recent Examples of selfless
Encased in the character’s unimposing frame, there’s a selfless bravery that prompts him to stand up for others — especially lovely Naim.
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Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 25 Jan. 2025
Yet in a further confirmation of the place Panama held in Americans’ self-image of their selfless role in the world, popular opinion disagreed.
—Julie Greene / Made By History, TIME, 22 Jan. 2025
Each unfortunate creature was helpless until strangers intervened to rescue them and carry them to safety in selfless acts of kindness.
—Allison Moses, USA TODAY, 21 Jan. 2025
The club presents the award to deserving coaches who are honored for their leadership and selfless enthusiasm and whose contributions honor Scott’s spirit.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Jan. 2025
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Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 25 Jan. 2025
Yet in a further confirmation of the place Panama held in Americans’ self-image of their selfless role in the world, popular opinion disagreed.
—Julie Greene / Made By History, TIME, 22 Jan. 2025
Each unfortunate creature was helpless until strangers intervened to rescue them and carry them to safety in selfless acts of kindness.
—Allison Moses, USA TODAY, 21 Jan. 2025
The club presents the award to deserving coaches who are honored for their leadership and selfless enthusiasm and whose contributions honor Scott’s spirit.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for selfless
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Donald Trump certainly was elected to the presidency based on a commitment to reduce the size of the federal government and all the reasons listed above mean that relatively generous buyouts make better sense for an administration pursuing that aim than firing folks.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2025
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Open, add three to five cubes or a generous handful of pebble ice, seal and shake vigorously for about three to four minutes.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
7 Feb. 2025
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Rather than ‘doing good’ with a one-time injection of funds, this model allows philanthropic capital to regenerate over time.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
13 Feb. 2025
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The idea is simple: philanthropic capital can jump-start projects, and federal funding could eventually help scale it nationwide.—
Michael Sheldrick,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Finally, end your message on a compassionate note—wish them well as genuinely as possible.—
Julia Ries,
SELF,
7 Feb. 2025
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Some forward-looking, compassionate airlines already quietly do this for passengers on a case-by-case basis.—
Christopher Elliott,
USA TODAY,
7 Feb. 2025
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So, much of the document describes the indirect costs paid by charitable foundations, which tend to be much lower than the rate paid by the NIH.—
John Timmer,
Ars Technica,
8 Feb. 2025
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Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust’s portfolio.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
7 Feb. 2025
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Savvy hotelier Jayson Seidman purchased the Italianate mansion (built by architect Thomas Sully in 1883) in 2019 and, in a thoughtful overhaul, created a true city living room.—
Jenny Adams,
AFAR Media,
11 Feb. 2025
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This decision is the result of much thoughtful consideration.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
10 Feb. 2025
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The humane society didn’t respond to McClatchy News’ requests for additional information on Feb. 12.—
Simone Jasper,
Miami Herald,
13 Feb. 2025
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On one hand, we are challenged by serious federal neglect to provide a safe, orderly, and humane response to migration at our southern border.—
Brad Wolf,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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While the Panthers had three players in double figures and seven players score overall, Hendrix liked the fact his team was unselfish on the offensive end.—
Jeff Halpern Special to the Democrat-Gazette,
arkansasonline.com,
8 Feb. 2025
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Jordan Poole has embraced his own leadership role and has been unselfish on the court, but Middleton is 33 and Poole is only 25.—
Josh Robbins,
The Athletic,
6 Feb. 2025
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Where to stay: Patria Palace Book now: Patria Palace Located in the heart of Lecce’s centro storico, just steps from the Basilica di Santa Croce, this 58-room boutique hotel occupies an 18th-century noble palace.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
AFAR Media,
15 Jan. 2025
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As the nation mourns the demise of this noble humanitarian and tributes pour in from all over the world, the differences between the qualities and attributes of the 39th President and the incoming 47th President are stark and undeniable.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
8 Jan. 2025
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“Selfless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/selfless. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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