magnanimous

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The ugliness of the comment prompted Rick Wilson—former Republican strategist, he of the magnanimous Lincoln Project—to step forward.

From Slate • Feb. 12, 2026

But speaking to the cameras afterwards, Ross was magnanimous in accepting his defeat.

From BBC • Oct. 29, 2025

When wealth becomes a substitute for participation, giving is reduced to performance art—proof of virtue, a way to appear magnanimous while still demanding ownership.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 17, 2025

Doncic, along with James, is considered one of their leaders and this was seen as magnanimous.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 9, 2025

He made a magnanimous wave of compliance and settled back into his chair, folding his arms in front of him, confident in his safety.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss