as in generosity
kindly concern, interest, or support
I appreciate your friendship during this difficult time for my family
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Recent Examples of friendship
The project began with a friendship.
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Sara B. Hansen, Denver Post, 25 May 2026
Doug will be remembered for his generous heart, his loyal friendships, and his unwavering love for his family.
—Sharareh Drury, Entertainment Weekly, 24 May 2026
These residents wander freely, interact with one another and the environment, form friendships, spark rivalries, confess love, marry and even have children.
—Jason Bennett, Arkansas Online, 24 May 2026
Since starring in the beloved 1998 remake, the two actresses have fostered a decades-long friendship that, according to Walter, has always come naturally.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 24 May 2026
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Sara B. Hansen, Denver Post, 25 May 2026
Doug will be remembered for his generous heart, his loyal friendships, and his unwavering love for his family.
—Sharareh Drury, Entertainment Weekly, 24 May 2026
These residents wander freely, interact with one another and the environment, form friendships, spark rivalries, confess love, marry and even have children.
—Jason Bennett, Arkansas Online, 24 May 2026
Since starring in the beloved 1998 remake, the two actresses have fostered a decades-long friendship that, according to Walter, has always come naturally.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 24 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for friendship
Noun
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Respect grows when generosity and structure support each other.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
23 May 2026
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Many won’t forget Goldschmied’s generosity and helpfulness.—
Maria Cristina Pavarini,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
Noun
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On that day, the game itself was overshadowed by a brotherhood within the sport, with both teams honoring Liam before the start of the championship match.—
Rick Ritter,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
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The neon lights on Wrigley beckoned every Cubbies fan to gather in brotherhood and share one of America’s greatest experiences — baseball.—
Charleen Richey,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
Noun
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Of course, their amity turned out to be a time bomb.—
Gary Baum,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Apr. 2026
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His ease in the landscape, practical intelligence, local alliances, and obvious interest offer not just an escape, but one new amity – a true alternative to the abuse she’s endured.—
Erin Douglass,
Christian Science Monitor,
26 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The cordiality and handsome looks of the dining room are exquisite reminders of elaborate Milanese design.—
John Mariani,
Forbes.com,
16 Mar. 2026
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Indianapolis didn't crack Nextdoor's list of the 20 friendliest cities in Indiana, but its separate ranking of neighborhoods in the Indy metro area finds plenty of cordiality in Central Indiana.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
27 Feb. 2026
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His idea would be to try a much longer process, involving several rounds of public votes — all to generate goodwill and buy-in.—
Jeremy Fugleberg,
Twin Cities,
23 May 2026
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In-park surcharges and extra fees have boosted corporate revenue at the expense of customer goodwill.—
Robert Niles,
Oc Register,
19 May 2026
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The service Service is excellent but the staff are a bit more relaxed than other five stars of this caliber, preferring friendliness to formality.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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But amid the nationwide upheaval, San Francisco is the first major city to be left without a primary immigration court, leaving chaos and dysfunction in a region long known for its friendliness to asylum seekers.—
Olga R. Rodriguez,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2026
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Maybe camaraderie and neighborliness will succeed where the Council’s blindness to our needs failed.—
Peter Madonia,
New York Daily News,
1 Mar. 2026
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The North Star State’s Minnesota Nice reputation has long encompassed progressive politics; a polite, if guarded, interpersonal demeanor; and a hearty neighborliness formed out of necessity during frigid winters.—
Daniel Cueto-Villalobos,
The Conversation,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Now, thanks to the help and kindness of the fire department and partner organizations, the man and his dog both have new homes.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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Your passion, kindness, and support have meant more than words can ever properly express.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
24 May 2026
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“Friendship.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/friendship. Accessed 27 May. 2026.
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