be gracious

Example Sentences

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Dan Bifano is in a hurry, but it’s in his nature to be gracious, so he keeps his countenance serene even though gnarly traffic on the Pacific Coast Highway has made his visitors very late.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2025

In life, there are plenty of times when it makes sense to be gracious amid the agony of defeat.

From Slate • Nov. 6, 2024

The Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you.

From BBC • May 5, 2023

Following a similar logic, if she wants to control the menu at her own functions, she should provide the food — otherwise, she will have to be gracious when her brother-in-law brings pigs in blankets.

From Washington Post • Apr. 26, 2023

I try to be gracious, just as Du Barry has taught me.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton