gracious

Example Sentences

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Ultimately the moment belonged to McIlroy, but Rose won plaudits not just for his golf but his gracious sportsmanship, embracing the victor despite the huge disappointment of yet another near miss.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

And though the primary was frequently ugly, Crockett was gracious enough to quickly concede and endorse Talarico.

From Slate • Mar. 7, 2026

He said he marveled at her ability to be “generous and kind and gracious while never ever minimizing her own talents.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2026

When Sweden wins, Savolainen is a gracious loser, her fiancée said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

“Certainly I will, since you ask so nicely,” said Minya, matching her gracious tone with just an edge of mockery.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor