selfishly
- a word derived from selfish.
Example Sentences
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"There are people who have profound problems with social behaviour, because they can't take other people's perspective into account and are constantly behaving selfishly," Prof Ruff told BBC Radio 4's Inside Science.
From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026
“Her alleged actions impacted the potential for improved learning environments across major school districts by selfishly prioritizing personal expenses.”
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2024
Liam, I have found myself talking out loud to you, hoping you can hear me, I can't help but think selfishly that there was so many more conversations for us to have in our lives.
From BBC • Oct. 18, 2024
But selfishly, I’d love to see something — slower?
From Salon • Oct. 9, 2024
They who work selfishly for results are miserable.
From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger
