greed

Example Sentences

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The sort of days that make you want to raid Mr. McGregor’s garden not out of greed, but out of hunger for green.

From Salon • Mar. 1, 2026

Gomez’s sculpture thus becomes an important record of a precious moment: one in which the dregs of greed were laid bare for all to see.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026

Names like “Jeopardy,” “The Price Is Right,” “Press Your Luck” and “Who Wants To Be a Millionaire” speak to the mix of fear and greed that move markets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026

Prosecutors say the couple was driven by "greed", and were earning enough money from the business to properly care for the bodies.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026

The old man followed them, still talking, mostly about money, and greed, and ingratitude.

From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman