generous interpretation

Frequency: 5.22.9 per million words

a flexible and kind way of understanding something, often giving the benefit of the doubt

interpretationADJECTIVE + interpretation

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generous

Examples (10)

  • The judge gave the defendant the benefit of the doubt, offering a generous interpretation of the law.
  • Her generous interpretation of his late arrival saved him from further reprimand.
  • We should always strive for a generous interpretation of others' actions.
  • His actions, while seemingly careless, were given a generous interpretation by his supportive team.
  • The committee opted for a generous interpretation of the rules to allow more participation.
  • A generous interpretation of the contract clauses worked in their favor.
  • She hoped for a generous interpretation of her less-than-perfect essay.
  • It requires a generous interpretation to see his comments as anything but offensive.
  • By giving a generous interpretation to the vague guidelines, they found a solution.
  • The teacher's generous interpretation of the student's excuse was much appreciated.