goodwill
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North Korea snubbed the move, saying it wouldn’t create any goodwill between the two countries.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 24, 2026
They are valuable gifts, often given to show respect, appreciation and goodwill and are associated with important occasions such as traditional weddings, family celebrations and ceremonies honouring elders or special guests.
From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2026
Once the audience gets past their disorientation, the slapstick triggers enough silly goodwill that my auditorium squeezed out generous spurts of applause.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
Public programs are created for the collective good, precisely so they don’t have to rely on voluntary sacrifice or individual goodwill.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 3, 2026
Modestly, and subsisting on the goodwill of others.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
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