gracious
Example Sentences
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“It’s always been affordable, it’s always been friendly, family-oriented and accessible. They work their tails off every day and never complained; very gracious people. The Wongs are just beautiful people.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
She introduced “Cut Piece” by noting that in Ono’s six performances over a half-century, the last in 2003 in response to the Gulf War, anger had turned into something more gracious.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2026
She described Tarantino as "gracious and charming" adding that he thanked her for the kind words.
From BBC ● Jun. 25, 2026
“The gracious primary suite offers a luxurious private retreat with tranquil views overlooking the lush grounds,” the listing describes.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 23, 2026
O’Neill had been gracious and attentive, but there was no reason to believe Jesse was an inch closer to getting into school.
From "Geeks: How Two Lost Boys Rode the Internet Out of Idaho" by Jon Katz
Vocabulary lists containing gracious
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The Emancipation Proclamation (1862)
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