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generous

[jen-er-uhs] / ˈdʒɛn ər əs /




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JLR is hoping to achieve the cuts through voluntary redundancy, with a window open until 4 October, but said it would make compulsory redundancies with less generous terms if necessary.

From BBC ● Sep. 7, 2026

He and his wife keep a candle lit in front of a photograph of their son in their kitchen, where they prepare elaborate meals, always with handmade corn tortillas and generous servings of avocado.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 6, 2026

The two leads share an easy interplay, giving generous performances that allow the other to shine in a comedy that wears its message about tolerance and nuance lightly.

From Barron's ● Sep. 2, 2026

Still, it’s always disappointing when a generous offer feels like it’s been exploited.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 2, 2026

But there was white sand beneath my feet, green all around me, and large trees that gave generous shade.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo




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