well-intentioned
Example Sentences
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In Grande's video appeal in 2023, she said that even if concerned onlookers thought they were "saying something good or well-intentioned" about someone's appearance and wellbeing, they should think twice.
From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2026
To backpedal for a moment: While even the most well-intentioned president can’t fix everything that comes across his desk, this one apparently spotted a problem beneath his that he could do something about.
From Slate ● Jun. 5, 2026
Justin said that the government's protection policy was well-intentioned -- but that the modern world was not allowing the Sentinelese to be left on their own.
From Barron's ● May 18, 2026
The thing that makes “Wild Boys” at all important is the question of personal autonomy and what limits or responsibilities anyone has—government entities, churches, NGOs or even just well-intentioned individuals—in “saving” someone from himself.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 17, 2026
She hung up, feeling a stab of guilt at cutting off Mamma’s well-intentioned advice.
From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon
