Enripides probably omitted this fact, in order to place the noble-mindedness of Macaria in a stronger light. From Wordnik.com. [The Tragedies of Euripides, Volume I.] Reference
For us who come of old families it is a very easy matter, because we gladly recognize every sort of noble-mindedness, no matter from what source it may come. From Wordnik.com. [The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 12] Reference
“But, Mamma, suppose I loved a girl who has no fortune, would you expect me to sacrifice my feelings and my honor for the sake of money?” he asked his mother, not realizing the cruelty of his question and only wishing to show his noble-mindedness. From Wordnik.com. [War and Peace] Reference
Whether he spoke from noble-mindedness or indifference, Merthyr could not guess. From Wordnik.com. [Vittoria — Complete] Reference
He could not place around him officers more worthy of his confidence for their noble-mindedness and superior talents. From Wordnik.com. [Memoirs of the Private Life, Return, and Reign of Napoleon in 1815, Vol. I] Reference
Humility, self-sacrifice, noble-mindedness, are phrases easily picked up by people for whom their only meaning is in the dictionary, and who know it is the correct thing to admire them. From Wordnik.com. [Without Prejudice] Reference
Your last letter exhibits so convincing a character of truth and noble-mindedness that I sincerely rejoice at the prospect of becoming personally and in spirit better acquainted with you. From Wordnik.com. [Letters]
"But, Mamma, suppose I loved a girl who has no fortune, would you expect me to sacrifice my feelings and my honor for the sake of money?" he asked his mother, not realizing the cruelty of his question and only wishing to show his noble-mindedness. From Wordnik.com. [War and Peace] Reference
The peoples, who in consequence of the success, the sincerity, and the noble-mindedness of this superb coalition had conceived such esteem for their leaders and such attachment to them, and now perceive how they have forgotten what they solemnly promised -- justice, order, peace founded on the equilibrium and legitimacy of their possessions -- will end by losing their affection and withdrawing their confidence in their principles and their promises. ". From Wordnik.com. [The Inside Story of the Peace Conference] Reference
Elm Tree, the noble-mindedness. From Wordnik.com. [charles statman] Reference
"I profit by your noble-mindedness. From Wordnik.com. [The Wild Olive] Reference
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