good will

Example Sentences

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On Friday, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa on Friday issued a decree declaring Kurdish a "national language", in an apparent gesture of good will towards the minority after the recent violence.

From Barron's • Jan. 17, 2026

It got me thinking—’tis the season—about good will toward men and the seasonal spirit of kindness, empathy and compassion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 21, 2025

"I think it's incredibly difficult to do what we're doing for the long-term. The reality is, money is running out, good will is running out."

From BBC • Nov. 10, 2025

Jeffrey throws away all of the good will he builds up, and so does the script.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 2025

They depend upon the relative good will or fairness of their employers each day.

From "Hunger of Memory" by Richard Rodriguez