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modest

[mod-ist] / ˈmɒd ɪst /




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Hoan worked from the same slab of concrete for a decade, eking out a modest living hawking colourful bouquets.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

While she might simply have been modest, she has another opportunity to test her credentials against seventh seed Elina Svitolina in an all-Ukrainian quarter-final.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Cal Fire still holds a modest annual budget for wildfire mitigation work.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

The stock enjoyed a modest bump in Wednesday’s session, but that announcement was the only major news for the company this week.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

She wore a modest black tunic and a head wrap to match.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray




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