benevolence

Example Sentences

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In fact, the creature possesses an instinctive benevolence, which is corrupted by rejection.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

However, Prof Bellitto pointed out that Militiades was not responsible for this change, saying the Pope was the "recipient of the Roman benevolence" rather than being a great negotiator.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2025

We are underestimating by a factor of two the kindness and benevolence of other people, and that's universal.

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2025

But it’s her high-pitched voice and Southern drawl that complete the façade of harmless and sweet benevolence that initially fools Belinda into trusting her intentions.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 6, 2024

"I understand that,” said Govinda, "but that is just what the Illustrious One called illusion. He preached benevolence, forbearance, sympathy, patience—but not love. He forbade us to bind ourselves to earthly love.”

From "Siddhartha" by Hermann Hesse