gracious
Example Sentences
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At a series of other events, the gracious and glad-handing presence of the 77-year-old king, who peppered remarks with lighthearted jokes, also kindled a spirit of fellow-feeling among ordinarily divided American politicians.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
“Markets aren’t typically so gracious as to offer multiple opportunities, which is why we have encouraged investors to be early,” he said.
From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026
Ultimately the moment belonged to McIlroy, but Rose won plaudits not just for his golf but his gracious sportsmanship, embracing the victor despite the huge disappointment of yet another near miss.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
Bottom-liners had also nixed Gehry’s original design for a more gracious lobby with a cafe out front, not the gloomy one installed against his will.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026
‘I must return now to my duty at the gate. Farewell! And may the Lord of the Mark be gracious to you!’
From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien
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The Emancipation Proclamation (1862)
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