generous
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A generous amount of lemon zest ties everything together.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
The devastating alternative is generous transfers in the 70s followed by financial need in the 80s, reversing generational wealth building entirely.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
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
Feeling incredibly generous, Jinjoo ordered two hotteok, and wrapped the second one in paper and carefully placed it into her deep pants pocket.
From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh
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