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unselfish

[uhn-sel-fish] / ʌnˈsɛl fɪʃ /


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But New York’s once-forlorn NBA team plays an admirable, unselfish game.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

He has a bit of everything to his game and is unselfish.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

They’re playing unselfish basketball, witness James throwing himself through the air while chasing down a loose ball against Denver.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

From unwavering confidence to an unselfish drive to coach and inspire others, BBC Sport analyses what has made Pimblett so successful.

From BBC • Jan. 23, 2026

I felt like maybe we should make some unselfish wishes.

From "Kira-Kira" by Cynthia Kadohata




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