selflessness

Example Sentences

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It can encompass steadfastness in the face of adversity, selflessness, self-sacrifice, honesty and integrity in one’s dealings with others.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

What modern historians know is that selflessness didn’t come effortlessly to Washington.

From Slate • Feb. 16, 2026

"Our lifeguards show selflessness every day in keeping our world-famous beaches safe for surfers and swimmers, but what we saw on Sunday night should be commended and celebrated," he said.

From Barron's • Dec. 20, 2025

It is one of the incredible accounts of selflessness and courage that have emerged from one of Australia's darkest days.

From BBC • Dec. 18, 2025

What irritates me most about him is his natural goodness, his inborn selflessness.

From "Divergent" by Veronica Roth