as part of goodwill vs as a gesture of goodwill

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'As part of goodwill' is used when referring to goodwill as a component or element of something, while 'as a gesture of goodwill' is used when describing an action done to show goodwill. They are not directly comparable as they serve different purposes.

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as part of goodwill

This phrase is correct and can be used when referring to goodwill as a component or element of something.

This phrase is used to indicate that goodwill is a part or component of a particular situation or action.

as a gesture of goodwill

This phrase is also correct and is used when describing an action done to show goodwill.

This phrase is used to describe an action taken to demonstrate goodwill or good intentions towards someone.

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Now, they've invited him back as a gesture of goodwill, and he'll finally get some closure on this miserable chapter in his life.
Step out of the way, my friend, and let me take some of what you owe in cash as a gesture of goodwill.
I knew where they were hiding out, so I fixed it... as a gesture of goodwill.
As a gesture of goodwill I will be accepting five small amendments from the EPP, though incidentally none of those mentioned by Mr Evans.
The Sudan has taken eight years to work with the Bretton Woods institutions, carry out regular 'token payments' in repayment of arrears as a gesture of goodwill, but no payment is made for decades to Paris Club creditors.
I will give you 30 seconds, but I warn you that it will be 30 seconds only, as a gesture of goodwill, because these really are the last few moments of the parliamentary term.
This money tree is donated by Len Peterson, the builder of Amity Shores Condominiums, as a gesture of goodwill.
The jury will see it as a gesture of goodwill.
Presented them to Lady Catelyn as a gesture of goodwill from Tyrion Lannister.
Please enjoy these homemade brownies as a gesture of goodwill.
And as a gesture of goodwill to the people.
And as a gesture of goodwill... I'm willing to renegotiate my claim on the contracts.
The call was issued through a separatist website and addressed to President Putin, described as a gesture of goodwill.
The Vatican first became involved in 2013 when Pope Francis advised the U.S. and Cuba to exchange prisoners as a gesture of goodwill.
Official statements indicate that it was initially designed as a gesture of goodwill and cooperation between the United States and Mexico, through the recognition of Coronado's 1540 expedition to the area.
Please take this as a gesture of goodwill that I have nevertheless entered into this discussion and I am trying to provide you with clarifications in good faith.
As a gesture of goodwill to the American people.
As a gesture of goodwill I shall restore the power while we're gone.
As a gesture of goodwill, I'd like to waive my fee.
As a gesture of goodwill, I'm going to give you another hostage.

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as part of goodwill vs as a gesture of goodwill