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humbling

[huhm-bling, uhm-] / ˈhʌm blɪŋ, ˈʌm- /


ADJECTIVE
humiliating
Synonyms










Example Sentences

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That was until a second, humbling defeat of the campaign - which Gates describes as "torturous" - 4-1 at home to Norway left the 2006 winners second in Group I.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

He referred to the Fed’s humbling misjudgment in 2021, when it dismissed a surge in inflation as likely to be temporary.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

“It’s just humbling to be a part of.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2026

With the Spanish cup their best chance of silverware this season it has seemed that Atletico have lacked some focus in La Liga, and that was reflected in this humbling by their city rivals.

From Barron's • Feb. 15, 2026

Working at the Dollar Store was mind-numbing and humbling work.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad