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humility

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


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I am returning to my White House vigil in all humility, asking the same questions as before — “What is Islam?” and “What is Terrorism?” — but without offering definitive answers.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026

But they demonstrated two important qualities: perspective-taking and intellectual humility.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

I also know that I’m going to attack each day with humility and focus.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

“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

“I have lacked humility, that is true. But it was you who taught me to reach so high,” I said in my defense.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein




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