ungrudging
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- ungrudgingly adverb
Etymology
Origin of ungrudging
Example Sentences
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It is, she writes, “an ungrudging obsession,” sometimes requiring attempt after attempt after attempt — but not without its pleasures.
From New York Times • Jul. 13, 2023
Not perfect alignment, obviously, but alignment on what you deem essential, plus ungrudging respect for each other’s differences and right to have them, plus deep investment in your mutual happiness.
From Washington Post • Apr. 28, 2023
The dinosaurs looked on with frank, ungrudging fascination as these latterday fans – Hickey referred to them as “the nouveaux” – fell head over heels too.
From The Guardian • Oct. 26, 2018
It is possible that Ms. Rice’s report will finally provide a clear resolution, an ungrudging decision to overturn the conviction or, conversely, persuasive evidence supporting the verdict that will come with Mr. Scheck’s imprimatur.
From New York Times • Jun. 15, 2013
She did not doubt that when the season was over there would be a general falling-off in their cordiality unless she so greatly distinguished herself as to win their ungrudging admiration.
From Marjorie Dean, High School Junior by Lester, Pauline
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