pro bono

adjective

Definition of pro bononext
as in nominal
law involving or doing legal work at no cost to the client pro bono work a pro bono case

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Recent Examples of pro bono Based in Arizona, the group has been active in taking on pro bono cases for conservative Christians who object to antidiscrimination protections for LGBTQ people in Colorado and elsewhere. — Mark Satta, The Conversation, 1 Oct. 2026 After Jarmond was fired, Harris was appointed on a pro bono basis ahead of a search to fill the role. — Connor Dullinger, Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2026 Our pro bono military operations have been conducted with noticeable diffidence. — Robert Stone, Rolling Stone, 11 Sep. 2026 In late 2017, with the help of a tireless pro bono lawyer who worked his case for years, Fred was fully and unconditionally pardoned by the state of Nevada. — Megan Rose, ProPublica, 9 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pro bono
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pro bono
  1. nominal
  2. free
Adjective
  • If interest expense exceeds nominal GDP growth, a debt spiral could occur.
    — Justin Zacks, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Municipal compost operations tend only to accept leaves generated by that town and may also provide small quantities of finished compost to residents for free or at a nominal charge, according to DEEP.
    — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of nominal
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  • On Friday, Royals right-hander Alec Marsh elected to pursue free agency.
    — Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Lula and Bolsonaro discussed the value of the minimum wage, public security policies, Brazil's free healthcare system initiatives and incentives for agribusiness.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026
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