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He was the big gun in the room but he’s a generous guy.
From Los Angeles Times â Sep. 25, 2026
They’re successful, and I don’t begrudge them their money — they’re also generous, funny and thoughtful, and we genuinely love being with them.
From MarketWatch â Sep. 23, 2026
In a five-star review, the Guardian's Lucy Mangan, external said Lawson "moves through Bake Off dispensing words of wisdom, generous praise and gentle criticism".
From BBC â Sep. 23, 2026
It also would authorize a new, more generous pension formula that public-safety employees and local governments could negotiate in collective-bargaining.
From The Wall Street Journal â Sep. 21, 2026
She considered purchasing tickets herself, but they were expensive, and although Penelope’s salary was generous, Lady Constance rarely paid it unless Penelope asked.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
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