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humility

[hyoo-mil-i-tee, yoo-] / hyuˈmɪl ɪ ti, yu- /


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Economists shouldn’t despair, but call for humility and a better understanding of history.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

In other words, investors need to be “long humility and short hubris,” Hartnett said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

So every moment is a moment of gratitude and humility, to be honest.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

These men aren’t preaching Jesus Christ’s gospel of self-sacrifice and humility.

From Salon • May 4, 2026

He spoke of Ngangelizwe’s heroism, generosity, and humility.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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