as in extravagant
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Recent Examples of overgenerous
Father, who knew Mother and her overgenerous impulses well, had left a remarkable will in which Mother was the major immediate beneficiary.
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James Roosevelt, Good Housekeeping, 5 May 2022
The lure of better numbers, more carrot than stick, was energizing in itself, even if the ring’s criteria seemed kind of arbitrary, maybe overgenerous.
—Nick Paumgarten, The New Yorker, 1 Nov. 2021
In Washington, lawmakers have seized on the matter for political purposes, with Republicans complaining that the labor supply issues are the direct result of overgenerous stimulus measures passed by Democrats earlier this year.
—Washington Post, 10 May 2021
The large number of unemployed will keep a lid on wages once the overgenerous federal unemployment benefits run out in early September.
—Robert Barone, Forbes, 4 Apr. 2021
In McGann’s perhaps overgenerous account, Continue reading for just $1 an issue.
—Evan Kindley, The New York Review of Books, 11 Feb. 2021
James Roosevelt, Good Housekeeping, 5 May 2022
The lure of better numbers, more carrot than stick, was energizing in itself, even if the ring’s criteria seemed kind of arbitrary, maybe overgenerous.
—Nick Paumgarten, The New Yorker, 1 Nov. 2021
In Washington, lawmakers have seized on the matter for political purposes, with Republicans complaining that the labor supply issues are the direct result of overgenerous stimulus measures passed by Democrats earlier this year.
—Washington Post, 10 May 2021
The large number of unemployed will keep a lid on wages once the overgenerous federal unemployment benefits run out in early September.
—Robert Barone, Forbes, 4 Apr. 2021
In McGann’s perhaps overgenerous account, Continue reading for just $1 an issue.
—Evan Kindley, The New York Review of Books, 11 Feb. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overgenerous
Adjective
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The play is an extravagant metaphor for political discourse, disputes between nations, nationalist feelings and more.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
27 Feb. 2025
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Others lean into extravagant brunch dishes to nourish and impress, like Roasted Tomato Quiche or Stuffed Ham-And-Cheese Croissant Casserole.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Of all the airlines, Alaska and Hawaiian offer the most generous commitments.—
Bailey Berg,
AFAR Media,
8 Apr. 2025
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Yeah, well, thank you for having me on and thank you for that really generous introduction.—
Tax Notes Staff,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In addition to a high-end spa and thriving dining scene, this lavish property is perfectly equipped to showcase the fascinating flora and fauna that calls Madagascar home, with some of the earth’s most iconic creatures making an appearance at the property each year.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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In another piece, a lavish sautoir with a rope-like chain is adorned with a 17-carat pink tourmaline and a white opal of over 12 carats, and holds a dial made of fiery red ruby root — the raw base material to which rubies are attached.—
Milena Lazazzera,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Swift danced her way through 149 sets in 22 countries and thanked her crew with munificent bonuses totaling $197 million.—
Bryan West,
USA TODAY,
18 Mar. 2025
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The white middle class absconded to the suburbs in droves, seriously depleting a once munificent tax base.—
Evan Kindley,
The New Republic,
1 Aug. 2023
Adjective
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His being handsome, funny and not known for comedy was a real asset.—
Rosa Escandon,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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Keep them shiny and spot-free with common household ingredients already in your cupboard, for a handsome set that will last for years.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The narratively profuse mystery game Lost Records: Bloom & Rage is like living in a Bikini Kill song followed by a Phoebe Bridgers ballad.—
Harold Goldberg,
New York Times,
18 Feb. 2025
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Dodgers officials, however, have been profuse in their praise of Betts since the start of the season.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2024
Adjective
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Ismaila Sarr and Daniel Munoz enjoyed several counter-attacks down Brighton’s left side together, only for both to be unselfish and pass when perhaps better placed to shoot instead.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
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In a league full of isolation scorers and highlight chasers, Giannis’s unselfish brilliance is a breath of fresh air—or maybe a gust of Greek wind swirling through opposing defenses.—
Brian Sampson,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Odera opened in the summer of 2024 and greeted its first guests with a thoroughly Greek reduction of bounteous hospitality, in proper hues of white and blue, wrapped around in 77 rooms and suites, beach, restaurants and a particularly thoughtful spa.—
Sarah Turner,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Like with his encouragement of local farmers to enrich themselves by growing bounteous crops (which included soybeans, pecans and sweet potatoes, in addition to peanuts), color was a key component of his plans for autonomy, dignity and prosperity for Black families in the South.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN,
1 Dec. 2024
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“Overgenerous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overgenerous. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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