unselfish

Example Sentences

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“Intimate Audrey” occasionally strays close to elevating its subject to sainthood, mostly in material regarding her unselfish work for Unicef in Somalia and Ethiopia, which Mr. Ferrer believes broke both her heart and her health.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Stripped of their starriest player and many trusted associates, they’ve morphed into a tighter outfit that plays unselfish team basketball and relies on every player to shoot, rebound and defend.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026

Trent Perry, Jamar Brown, Brandon Williams and Steven Jamerson II played scrappy defense and unselfish offense in helping their team build that big early lead.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 19, 2025

"She was unselfish, always ready to encourage with love and support those around her to achieve more than they themselves thought possible," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2025

I felt like maybe we should make some unselfish wishes.

From "Kira-Kira" by Cynthia Kadohata