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modesty

[mod-uh-stee] / ˈmɒd ə sti /


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The ease and modesty present in “Marc by Sofia” sometimes seem perplexing.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

This was not just false modesty, it was a mature batter realising that his place in the larger scheme of things had been made so much easier by an ace teammate.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

As I began talking with them about the years of advocacy that followed, Patricia’s modesty blushed.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026

When asked what happened he always replied with factual precision and modesty.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 1, 2026

She quickly erases her smile and tries for some modesty.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan




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