humble

Example Sentences

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Family and friends have paid moving tributes to Wales football legend Terry Yorath, with his son describing him as a "funny, kind, humble and proud man".

From BBC

Hantuchova believes players who have come from humble beginnings develop a resilience, discipline and mentality that is "not seen that often these days".

From BBC

The courage and resilience of the people I have met since, who have managed, despite terrible loss and adversity, to turn their shattered lives around, is both humbling and awe-inspiring.

From BBC

As Tandowsky noted, it’s rare to find someone who is both humble and talented.

From MarketWatch

The illegal miners -- known as "zama zamas" -- are after the riches that lie in the ground beneath their humble homes, said Julian Mameng, one of the residents who opted to leave.

From Barron's