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A generous gift or giving.

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Usage examples (38)
  • That organization was well known for its largesse towards children's groups.
  • A standard disclaimer noting the largesse is sufficient.
  • The market has parsed Apple's near-term largesse and yawns.
  • As you might imagine the contract for the provision of this extreme largesse is meant to be a secret.
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  • "Largesse" can also be spelled "largess".
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