humility
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“With the greatest humility, I am pleased to announce that the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States of America, along with their allies, have agreed to an immediate cease-fire,” he wrote.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
Canadian astronaut Jeremey Hansen acknowleged the achievement with humility.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
“This is a disease that demands humility and patience, but for which I firmly believe there is great hope.”
From Slate • Mar. 29, 2026
He has retained the stereotypical Midwestern qualities of humility and consistency, fitting in well with veteran Phillies stars Bryce Harper, Trea Turner and Kyle Schwarber.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026
Maybe this was all the hand of Providence, to visit humility upon me for that pride.
From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri
Vocabulary lists containing humility
Tuesdays with Morrie
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Unit 3: Compelling Evidence
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