altruistic
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What’s more, the people who felt more time pressure were more likely to question how altruistic the grocer really was—if the money was really going to charity, for instance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
Family and friends remember Krug as many things: a reliable laugh, a saint of a father, a hell of a second baseman, a competitive but altruistic coach.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 26, 2026
And it makes me wonder just how altruistic that offer actually is.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 22, 2026
The couple decided against the UK, where only altruistic surrogacy is allowed, meaning the mother is not given a financial reward but can be provided expenses.
From BBC ● May 7, 2026
If this is to be a full and honest account of my life and deeds, I feel I should mention that my reasons for inviting Ben into our troupe were not entirely altruistic.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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