Example Sentences

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But that would be crediting them with too much unselfishness, given their behavior the last time the global financial markets nearly became unraveled.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 14, 2026

The marine was recognised for demonstrating unselfishness, cheerfulness under adversity, courage and determination throughout his training.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2025

His unselfishness and recognition of what it takes to execute on a court are qualities of a future coach.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2025

What coach Bryan Cantwell most appreciates about Thurman is his unselfishness.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 3, 2024

I don’t know why I suddenly became so free with my place, but there was something about her that demanded complete unselfishness.

From "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes