Examples of generosity in a Sentence
her generosity toward the poor
a sidewalk beggar who benefited from the generosity of kindhearted passersby
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Released regionally by Angel Studios, widely known for conservative and Christian content, the movie’s last moment is framed as partisan generosity.
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Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 30 Apr. 2026
He will not just be missed by those of us who were honored and fortunate to call him friend but by thousands of Floridians who benefitted from his kindness, generosity and humanity.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Apr. 2026
She was known among her neighbors for her generosity and spunk — and among her relatives for stubborn refusal to leave Bellevue Square, her home of 54 years, The Courant reported in 1997.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 30 Apr. 2026
Friends Remember Ernie Dosio as a Charitable Man Friends and colleagues have emphasized Dosio’s generosity and character, describing him as someone who gave back quietly and consistently.
—Ryan Brennan
april 28, Kansas City Star, 28 Apr. 2026
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Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 30 Apr. 2026
He will not just be missed by those of us who were honored and fortunate to call him friend but by thousands of Floridians who benefitted from his kindness, generosity and humanity.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Apr. 2026
She was known among her neighbors for her generosity and spunk — and among her relatives for stubborn refusal to leave Bellevue Square, her home of 54 years, The Courant reported in 1997.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 30 Apr. 2026
Friends Remember Ernie Dosio as a Charitable Man Friends and colleagues have emphasized Dosio’s generosity and character, describing him as someone who gave back quietly and consistently.
—Ryan Brennan
april 28, Kansas City Star, 28 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for generosity
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“Generosity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/generosity. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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generosity
noun
gen·er·os·i·ty
ˌjen-ə-ˈräs-ət-ē 
plural generosities
1
: freedom in spirit or act
especially
: readiness in giving
2
: a generous act
3
: an ample quantity
a generosity of spirit
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