humility
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“It’s a very pleasant job, but at a moment like this, you’re covering one of the most horrific events ever, and humility comes,” said Edwards.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 11, 2026
Former US President Bill Clinton, a Democrat, called Parton "one of a kind – a great songwriter and performer who told the stories of everyday Americans with honesty, humility, and heart".
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
But Ricky Bobby’s return to glory was about more than the importance of humility and friendship.
From Salon ● Aug. 16, 2026
"I welcome the US court's decision with humility and deep respect for the judicial process," Adani wrote on social media.
From Barron's ● Aug. 10, 2026
When he did, some of his surface smugness dropped away, and Mariam caught a glint of humility as yet uncorrupted.
From "A Thousand Splendid Suns" by Khaled Hosseini
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