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virtuous

[vur-choo-uhs] / ˈvɜr tʃu əs /


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The hope is that by focusing on the number of customers—each one subsidized by shareholders—the companies can create a virtuous circle.

From The Wall Street Journal

For much of “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” Starfleet was presented as the most virtuous force in the universe — a body with the aim to do good.

From New York Times

And then it becomes this virtuous cycle where you’re going to make money off of it,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times

Her name means “virtuous flower,” which her parents picked to inspire her.

From Washington Post

“We can build the most virtuous village we want, it is also the use that will be made of it that will weigh on our carbon footprint.”

From Seattle Times