public spirit

Example Sentences

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The tragedy is undeniable, but so is the triumph of Haring’s art, advocacy and public spirit.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2024

“With leadership comes criticism — whether from citizens of public spirit or personal malice, colleagues with conflicting visions or competing ambitions, or all of the above.”

From New York Times • Aug. 30, 2021

For his utter lack of public spirit and graciousness, even to the very end.

From Washington Post • Nov. 16, 2020

Perhaps the Ryder and Presidents Cup lose a tad of luster because match play is not as much a novelty, but those events are more fueled by public spirit and patriotism than playing formats.

From Golf Digest • May 7, 2020

Men distinguished by great vigour of mind and great public spirit, were to be found on opposite sides in the senate and in the camp.

From Irish Ecclesiastical Record, Volume 1, July 1865 by