magnanimous
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The decision was framed as a magnanimous act of mercy and was undoubtedly meant to demonstrate goodwill on the part of Havana’s ruling elite.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026
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
Is there a world in which the BBC asks the Prime Minister to intervene and Starmer calls Trump and asks President Trump to be magnanimous?
From BBC • Dec. 16, 2025
LK: In California, I learned that nature is benevolent and magnanimous.
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2025
“The reward of merit for a magnanimous March,” as Laurie announced with a flourish.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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