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humility

[hyoo-mil-i-tee, yoo-] / hyuˈmɪl ɪ ti, yu- /


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Leaders of Western democracies mostly strive to project humility, relatability, and an aversion to corruption; the government is multibranched and by the people, after all.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

John Adams’ “Harmonium” operates on questioning, shifting moods of introspection, humility and awe.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Neither movie does anything particularly interesting with its characters, but what’s most frustrating is that the humility Lightning McQueen learns in the first film is essentially tossed out the window.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Economists shouldn’t despair, but call for humility and a better understanding of history.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

There was no anger or arrogance in his voice, only genuine humility.

From "While the World Watched: A Birmingham Bombing Survivor Comes of Age during the Civil Rights Movement" by Carolyn Maull McKinstry




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