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humbleness

[huhm-buhl-nis, uhm-] / ˈhʌm bəl nɪs, ˈʌm- /


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Inside Novo’s offices, factories and headquarters — which is designed in the shape of an insulin molecule — a Danish ethos of humbleness rules, analysts and former employees say.

From MarketWatch Aug. 5, 2026

He went through a period when he first arrived of complete humbleness, realising he was at Real Madrid, and he was doing what he was told under Carlo Ancelotti.

From BBC May 6, 2026

Ding’s cheerful reign offers an answer to what “Jeopardy!” fans want from their champs: strict adherence to an unwritten code that starts with humbleness and deference to the game.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 21, 2026

“I think it’s good to have a sense of humbleness and be intimidated by such a high level in a new environment,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times May 23, 2025

Making all that show of humbleness and scorning him all the time!

From "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston




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