public spirit
Example Sentences
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Developers are not going to forgo more lucrative options simply out of a sense of public spirit.
From Washington Post • Nov. 3, 2021
“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
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
The touring exhibitions usually set up in atypical locations rather than established art galleries, part of the public spirit of many of Lennon and Ono's art, music and peace campaigns during their lives together.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 10, 2014
Gibraltar owes to the energy and public spirit of the governor, Sir James Fergusson, the foundation of several important establishments and undertakings.
