Example Sentences

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Patriotism was ennobling, self-sacrifice was reflexive; heroism was rewarded, and everybody was proudly in this fight together.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 7, 2025

Her stoicism is all the more ennobling, given how much it costs her.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2025

Philanthropy, the ennobling pursuit of the rich and famous, is in the headlines.

From BBC • Nov. 27, 2022

“Theater isn’t supposed to be accusing anyone. It’s supposed to be supporting and maybe ennobling them in some way.”

From New York Times • Nov. 12, 2021

And this confession made his romantic gestures all the more ennobling.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan