humility
Example Sentences
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In other words, investors need to be “long humility and short hubris,” Hartnett said.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
And I try to honor that in the story and to just bring that to life — their generosity and their humility.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
All the denizens of Thoreau’s Cape Cod, from its scraggly scrub pine trees to its people, exemplify the humility that goes hand-in-hand with danger.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
Meanwhile, in Liverpool, Salah's skill, but also consistency, professionalism and humility, have made him a symbol of pride for both the club and the city.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
He spoke of Ngangelizwe’s heroism, generosity, and humility.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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Tuesdays with Morrie
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The Old Man and the Sea
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Unit 3: Compelling Evidence
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