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humbly

[huhm-blee, uhm-] / ˈhʌm bli, ˈʌm- /


Example Sentences

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“My energy is contagious, and humbly, once I’m going, everybody is going,” Ausar said.

From Los Angeles Times

“Yes, ferns, or Pteridophyta, as they are scientifically known. A topic about which I think I may humbly call myself an expert.”

From Literature

“Not finished,” he said humbly, then shrugged and held out the page.

From Literature

A sanguine temper would say ten or twelve; let me dare to hope humbly for five or six.

From The Wall Street Journal

"Today, I humbly assume the presidency of the republic... in order to install and lead a transitional government," Jeri told parliament after being sworn in.

From Barron's