modest
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Rafael Gutierrez, a 42-year-old artist, is leading the project from his modest workshop in Lima's Carabayllo district.
From Barron's ● Sep. 26, 2026
You give back, even when you have a modest amount to give.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 25, 2026
And behind the scenes, conversations continued over a particularly modest request: Let a Palestinian American be one of the 236 speakers to address the convention from the main stage.
From Slate ● Sep. 25, 2026
The paper says investors have signalled that the gilt market "would not be spooked" by a more modest target, adding that the Treasury and Number 10 are "actively debating" the possibility.
From BBC ● Sep. 24, 2026
It is difficult to believe that Henry’s modest plan could have worked so well despite these unforeseen events.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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