Examples of generosity in a Sentence
her generosity toward the poor
a sidewalk beggar who benefited from the generosity of kindhearted passersby
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Simpson, who was known for bridging partisan divides with his quick wit, was remembered for his generosity.
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Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
Still, no one wants to have their generosity assumed.
—R. Eric Thomas, The Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2025
Few regions do Chardy like Margaret River, where proximity to the Indian Ocean provides crackling acidity, and abundant sunshine equals generosity of fruit.
—Christina Pickard, Bon Appétit, 5 Mar. 2025
The honor recognizes residents known for their creativity, passion, dynamism, and generosity.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 5 Mar. 2025
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Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
Still, no one wants to have their generosity assumed.
—R. Eric Thomas, The Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2025
Few regions do Chardy like Margaret River, where proximity to the Indian Ocean provides crackling acidity, and abundant sunshine equals generosity of fruit.
—Christina Pickard, Bon Appétit, 5 Mar. 2025
The honor recognizes residents known for their creativity, passion, dynamism, and generosity.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 5 Mar. 2025
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“Generosity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/generosity. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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generosity
noun
gen·er·os·i·ty
ˌjen-ə-ˈräs-ət-ē 
plural generosities
1
: freedom in spirit or act
especially
: readiness in giving
2
: a generous act
3
: an ample quantity
a generosity of spirit
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