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as in benevolent
having or marked by sympathy and consideration for others
a beneficent couple who are regular volunteers at a homeless shelter
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as in charitable
having or showing a concern for the welfare of others
a beneficent effort to help out the needy during the holidays
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as in beneficial
promoting or contributing to personal or social well-being
cultural activities have a beneficent effect on a community that can't be measured in dollars and cents
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Recent Examples of beneficent
In the ’60s when things were so tense, and there was a friction between the law and young people, the Florida Highway Patrol put up a billboard of a patrolman looking very beneficent and non-confrontational and the copy was: ‘Florida Highway Patrol.
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Chris Willman, Variety, 1 Aug. 2024
How long will the beneficent, big-tent-building Trump last?
—Eric Cortellessa/butler, TIME, 19 July 2024
Extinction’s beneficent side puts us in an awkward, even discomforting position.
—Leigh Phillips, The Atlantic, 9 July 2024
Have yourself a most joyous Fastnacht, and all hail the beneficent Mothman.
—Samuel Axon, Ars Technica, 27 Apr. 2024
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Chris Willman, Variety, 1 Aug. 2024
How long will the beneficent, big-tent-building Trump last?
—Eric Cortellessa/butler, TIME, 19 July 2024
Extinction’s beneficent side puts us in an awkward, even discomforting position.
—Leigh Phillips, The Atlantic, 9 July 2024
Have yourself a most joyous Fastnacht, and all hail the beneficent Mothman.
—Samuel Axon, Ars Technica, 27 Apr. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for beneficent
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One benevolent man took out his phone and pulled up the CBS app to stream the show on the smallest of screen as tens of people watched over his shoulder.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
9 June 2025
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We Christians are sometimes tempted to consider the commitment to love our neighbor in sentimental ways, as a warm feeling in the heart, but nothing more binding than benevolent feelings toward another.—
Rick Fry,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 June 2025
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Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust's portfolio.—
Matthew J. Belvedere,
CNBC,
7 June 2025
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What started as a charitable gesture from The Salvation Army in 1938 has since evolved into an annual tradition for brands and customers alike.—
Kate Nalepinski,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Working directly with an outside expert may be beneficial.—
Simon Dae Oong Kim,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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The researchers noted that, for most people, two cups of coffee per day are generally safe and potentially beneficial.—
Thomas Westerholm,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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Seek out people who are compassionate and who have your back.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
5 June 2025
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That’s why taking a holistic, compassionate approach to dealing with these issues is crucial.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
4 June 2025
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Art Environments The Kohler Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Kohler Co., a global manufacturing giant headquartered in Kohler, WI.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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For estate planners, CPAs, and financial advisors, the key takeaway is that tax tools should serve philanthropic intent, not drive it.—
Matthew F. Erskine,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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The players are pushing to revamp the current revenue-sharing system to be more favorable for them, one that gives them a bigger share of money coming in from the new NBA media deal and the independent Ion pact.—
Jason Clinkscales,
Sportico.com,
13 June 2025
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Flood watches are issued when conditions are favorable for flooding to notify residents to be prepared.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
13 June 2025
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Paris favors the kinder appellation: The Holy Trinity.—
Jeff Weiss,
HollywoodReporter,
12 June 2025
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Instead, little Celeste spends her days with a kind guardian robot.—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
12 June 2025
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For me, the the familiarity is a helpful tool, because everyone comes in with a certain set of expectations.—
Lexy Perez,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2025
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Leaning into local markets and trends is helpful if your area sees a dip in activity, while striking while the iron is hot will serve those with more foot traffic.—
Rahim Madhavji,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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“Beneficent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beneficent. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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