generous
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Ms. Noonan’s column offered the kind of generous, elevating message today’s graduates deserve.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
In 2023, she negotiated a generous package of raises and retention bonuses backed by the Los Angeles Police Protective League, the rank-and-file officers’ union, while pushing for a larger police department.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
"The fairways are very generous. They're more generous than they were in 2018 but the first cut of rough is five inches long," said McIlroy.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
“With its generous scale, prime setting, and extraordinary vistas, the site invites a new vision where new construction can fully realize and elevate everything this exceptional property has to offer.”
From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026
She would speak only English, gesturing or miming to give us hints, if she was feeling generous.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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