humbled

Example Sentences

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Give this to Pratt: In a world in which shame still humbled high-profile politicians, Bass might have resigned out of honor after the fires.

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

“I am humbled and grateful that Californians from every corner of our state have rallied behind this campaign,” Shaw said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

There are absolutely weeks where I can barely make it through one fluorescent-lit supermarket run without feeling emotionally frayed and financially humbled by the price of olive oil.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

On Monday morning, Brittin arrived at BBC New Broadcasting House in central London, where he told reporters he was "honoured" and "humbled" to be taking on the role.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

During the last few days of April, Mother Lois had humbled herself to make several trips to North Little Rock’s school headquarters to plead for her job, but they had refused to reinstate her.

From "Warriors Don't Cry: A Searing Memoir of the Battle to Integrate Little Rock's Central High" by Melba Pattillo Beals