virtuous

Example Sentences

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He settles on Princess Diana—but for virtuous reasons.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

It's yet to be seen whether this is a virtuous circle that never stops, or whether Mercedes will reach diminishing returns and McLaren can catch up.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

But DePetro may be one of the more virtuous characters here.

From Slate • Feb. 23, 2026

Most beloved vegetable dishes have a little flourish — one element that tips them from virtuous to irresistible.

From Salon • Feb. 18, 2026

His face was unlined and innocent to the point of being virtuous, a Botticelli in a flight jacket.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy