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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
When the race resumes, Sonny charges past Leclerc and, in a selfless move, forces race leader Hamilton to block him instead of Pearce.
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Allison Degrushe Published, EW.com, 1 July 2025
In-ho making the offer is both a selfish and a selfless one.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 29 June 2025
Killeen fire captain remembered as 'selfless' and 'an inspiration'
Taylor joined the Killeen Fire Department in July 2014 and was promoted to fire captain 10 years later.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
According to friends and family, Hubert is kind, selfless, capable and adventurous.
—Bella Waters, Kansas City Star, 30 June 2025
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Allison Degrushe Published, EW.com, 1 July 2025
In-ho making the offer is both a selfish and a selfless one.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 29 June 2025
Killeen fire captain remembered as 'selfless' and 'an inspiration'
Taylor joined the Killeen Fire Department in July 2014 and was promoted to fire captain 10 years later.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
According to friends and family, Hubert is kind, selfless, capable and adventurous.
—Bella Waters, Kansas City Star, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for selfless
Adjective
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This is an excellent, strange little book that appeared in 2011 and had a profound impact on me, and apparently on Florence Welch who adorns the cover with a generous quote.—
Hattie Williams
July 14,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
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Google provides generous leave periods, financial support and reintegration programs for new parents returning to work.—
Will Fan,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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The Morning Pointe Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Morning Pointe Senior Living founded by senior health care entrepreneurs Greg A. Vital and Franklin Farrow.—
Gabrielle Chenault,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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Art Environments The Kohler Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Kohler Co., a global manufacturing giant headquartered in Kohler, WI.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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Companies like Google and Salesforce offer extensive parental leave programs, recognizing that supporting employees during one of life’s most significant milestones is not only compassionate but smart business.—
Will Fan,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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That means unlearning the language that perpetuates harm and stereotypes, and being more compassionate and humane across the board.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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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.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
26 July 2025
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There are strategies to optimize your RMDs, including taking your RMD as a qualified charitable distribution, which would reduce taxable income.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
Adjective
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While plaintiff opposition reflects legitimate concerns, these can be addressed with thoughtful defense strategies.—
Lars Daniel,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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With thoughtful policy and community input, towns can balance the need for homes with the imperative to protect the natural spaces that define their landscape and legacy.—
John Emmanuel,
Hartford Courant,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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The officer moved the dog to the animal control truck with the air conditioning on, and gave the pup cold water to drink, the humane society says.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
20 July 2025
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The humane society provides the kittens for the inmates who care for the young animals by feeding them and socializing with them.—
Frank Fernandez,
USA Today,
18 July 2025
Adjective
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What Bennett loves most about his group is the unselfish nature of everyone.—
Pierre LeBrun,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
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Just such an unselfish, incredible player, and well deserving to be here.—
Michael Russo,
The Athletic,
12 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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But this week, Trump — always looking for a shiny object — is forcing his minions in Congress to muscle through a bill that ends the modest subsidy for the CPB (along with billions in foreign aid and other noble causes).—
Josef Adalian,
Vulture,
17 July 2025
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Sean Englert, the grand noble historian of the local Squibob Chapter, said his organization would look into recognizing the history made at the mission.—
Bill Swank,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 July 2025
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“Selfless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/selfless. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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