humbly

Example Sentences

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“A few of the seventh graders I guess they know me kind of,” Lappe said humbly.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 15, 2026

A sanguine temper would say ten or twelve; let me dare to hope humbly for five or six.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025

"Today, I humbly assume the presidency of the republic... in order to install and lead a transitional government," Jeri told parliament after being sworn in.

From Barron's • Oct. 10, 2025

“I cannot continue my reelection campaign,” Adams humbly submitted on camera as he sat next to a large headshot of his late mother, with Frank Sinatra’s “My Way” playing in the background.

From Slate • Sep. 29, 2025

“He is going to transform himself into the wind, just to demonstrate his powers. If he can’t do so, we humbly offer you our lives, for the honor of your tribe.”

From "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho