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When confidence is tempered by humility and data, leaders thrive and not just survive.—
Mark Kane,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025 -
Obviously, Manchester United should have greater ambitions than a comfortable existence in English football’s top tier but some humility would not go amiss at the moment, which means acknowledging that the likes of Brighton are better than them right now, on and off the pitch.—
Matt Slater,
The Athletic,
19 Jan. 2025
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Author John Neihardt described Crazy Horse in his book Black Elk Speaks as a person of great modesty and reserve but who was generous to the poor, elderly, and children.—
Chip Bell,
Forbes,
14 Dec. 2024
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Dylan arrives on the scene with the false modesty of predestination, touched by God but desperate for a place to sleep for the night.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
10 Dec. 2024
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Much like the moon — which happens to be Cancer's planetary ruler — Mary has an emotional pull that stirs something deep in those around her, effortlessly drawing them into her orbit with her heartfelt sincerity and loving nature.—
Athena Sobhan,
People.com,
16 Jan. 2025
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For three seasons in Laramie, Wyo., Allen heaved 75-yard bombs in practice, lived off Applebee’s and charmed teammates with his leadership style, a goofy sincerity and plenty of drinking games.—
Rustin Dodd,
The Athletic,
16 Jan. 2025
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“Unassumingness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unassumingness. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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