unselfish

Example Sentences

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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

About the only question regarding the Trailblazers has been with so many top players, would they be unselfish enough to share the ball with teammates?

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2026

He’s seeking a collective idea of fun—in his case, taking enjoyment in the process, working hard on aggressive, unselfish play, and in Boston’s offense, 14 zillion 3-point attempts per game.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

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

Romans were supposed to be unselfish and help their comrades, but Frank wasn’t sure anyone else at camp would have made that choice.

From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan