Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples
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Word:
humbly
IPA transcription: [h'ĘŚmbli]
Pronunciations of humbly
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meaning of the word
Synonyms:
humbly, meekly
Meaning:
in a humble manner; "he humbly lowered his head"
Usage examples
'Yes, sir,' said Teddy humbly.
That she humbly hoped that she had accomplished.
"I beg your pardon, sir," said Nurse Rosemary humbly.
The Professor put the request, very humbly and courteously.
"If you are Hook," he said almost humbly, "come tell me, who am I?"
So the Wolf spoke very humbly to the Dog, complimenting him on his fine appearance.
"Where I ought to have gone at first," he said humbly; "into the forest to fetch my boy."
I want to walk humbly and softly before Him, and I want to go where I shall be admired and applauded.
Cuthbert, humbly submitting himself to this man's direction, from him received both a knowledge of the Scriptures, and an example of good works.
You shall die in a quarter of an hour." The merchant fell on his knees to the beast, and clasping his hands, said, "My lord, I humbly beg your pardon.
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