magnanimous

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The ugliness of the comment prompted Rick Wilson—former Republican strategist, he of the magnanimous Lincoln Project—to step forward.

From Slate • Feb. 12, 2026

When wealth becomes a substitute for participation, giving is reduced to performance art—proof of virtue, a way to appear magnanimous while still demanding ownership.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 17, 2025

When she returned for Season 3, she was slightly more magnanimous and less flighty, trying her best to achieve harmony with the rest of the cast.

From Salon • May 20, 2025

We’re trying to be magnanimous here and express our appreciation for this best picture nomination and the four others you gave us.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2025

Perhaps with Seema in the room, Mamma might want to appear more magnanimous.

From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon