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as in virtue
conduct that conforms to an accepted standard of right and wrong
given his reputation for unswerving morality, scandal of any kind would wreck his political career
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as in principles
the code of good conduct for an individual or group
the morality that members of the Mafia are expected to adhere to—or suffer the consequences
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Recent Examples of morality
It was filled with magic and mystery, romance and villainy, morality and virtues.
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Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
The group again tries to rationalize the morality of killing the baby.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 27 June 2025
And then reality crashes down around them in a series of scenes that expose the cruel hypocrisy of Iran’s corrupt system (which purports to uphold morality, but allows men in positions of authority to indulge themselves in egregious ways).
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 July 2025
The post did not address the morality of allowing biological males in girls sports.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 9 July 2025
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Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
The group again tries to rationalize the morality of killing the baby.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 27 June 2025
And then reality crashes down around them in a series of scenes that expose the cruel hypocrisy of Iran’s corrupt system (which purports to uphold morality, but allows men in positions of authority to indulge themselves in egregious ways).
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 July 2025
The post did not address the morality of allowing biological males in girls sports.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 9 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for morality
Recent Examples of Synonyms for morality
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Take Advantage Of Increased Catch-up Provisions Starting 2025, individuals age 60 to 63 who participate in 401(k), 403(b), and governmental 457(b) plans are eligible to contribute a super catch-up contribution, by virtue of the SECURE 2.0 Act.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Does a great man embody the virtue of being devoid of empathy?—
Rafael Perez,
Oc Register,
21 July 2025
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In his spending plan this year, Trump proposed an 8% reduction in staff at the bureau, raising questions over the integrity of its counts on employment, consumer prices and multiple other economic metrics.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
1 Aug. 2025
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Experts and lawmakers stressed that the integrity of the BLS is central to public trust and informed economic decision-making.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Aug. 2025
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Looking ahead, Danish sees the innovative casting in Last Call as part of a larger theater movement that challenges traditional norms and explores fresh creative approaches.—
Court Stroud,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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These norms have been shaped by a variety of sources, from the Declaration of Independence to the Sermon on the Mount.—
Matthew Scogin,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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Not so much sonically, but just her honesty and her ability to enunciate these things.—
Ilana Kaplan,
People.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Journalists who have interviewed her praise her intelligence and honesty.—
Nate Jones,
Vulture,
31 July 2025
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As if that weren’t indulgent enough, it’s finished with crispy golden fries tucked right into the bun, soaking up every drop of cheesy goodness.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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The paltry fat content in Happy Viking doesn’t exactly fill you up with rib-sticking goodness, but the fiber content and the commendable amount of protein mostly makes up for it for the first few hours.—
Pete Cottell,
Wired News,
17 July 2025
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Boeing has faced criticism for its safety standards in recent years but claims its turnaround is underway.—
Zach Wichter,
USA TODAY,
4 Jan. 2025
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The storied manufacturer faced criticism for what many saw as slipping standards on its production lines in recent years.—
Zach Wichter,
USA TODAY,
4 Jan. 2025
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Since the 1940s, professional wrestling has grown in popularity, thanks to its creative characters, stellar performances, and broad appeal to a mainstream audience.—
Mark LaSota,
Forbes.com,
27 July 2025
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Sadie plays a character named Charlotte, and Sunny plays Happy Gilmore's (Adam Sandler's) daughter, Vienna. — USA TODAY contributed to this report.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
26 July 2025
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“Morality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/morality. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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