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humbling

[huhm-bling, uhm-] / ˈhʌm blɪŋ, ˈʌm- /


ADJECTIVE
humiliating
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The fumble with the NFL was a humbling experience for Iger, who is a lifelong passionate sports fan.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 12, 2026

It’s very humbling to see that level of support for me and women’s basketball in general.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 10, 2026

In a humbling parallel, the team was recently relegated from Germany’s top soccer league.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 10, 2026

"It's very humbling, it's very scary… you know I'm nearly 58 and never thought I would be in this situation," she says.

From BBC May 21, 2026

No doubt he meant for it to be humbling, but Tyrion enjoyed the needlework.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin




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