gracious
Example Sentences
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“I’m going out there trying to do the same thing every time, and that’s fill the zone and create contact and see what happens,” a gracious Wrobleski said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 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
While Fetterman was gracious to Mullin during his questioning, though, he was unusually coy about the status of his support.
From Slate • Mar. 18, 2026
"The family has been nothing but co-operative and gracious and are victims in this case," said the Pima County Sheriff's Office, which has been leading the investigation.
From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026
“Would you be so gracious as to accompany me on a stroll?”
From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool
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