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magnanimous

[mag-nan-uh-muhs] / mægˈnæn ə məs /


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Maine’s smallness, too, ensures that she can fulfill her home state’s dreams while also being magnanimous with her colleagues.

From Slate ● Jun. 16, 2026

Napoleon could not have expected such magnanimous treatment from the British.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 8, 2026

But speaking to the cameras afterwards, Ross was magnanimous in accepting his defeat.

From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2025

Doncic, along with James, is considered one of their leaders and this was seen as magnanimous.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 9, 2025

“The reward of merit for a magnanimous March,” as Laurie announced with a flourish.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott




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