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Recent Examples of self-deprecatory
But here, Astrov, given great self-deprecatory wit by William Jackson Harper, is more dimensional than usual, including, for once, an interest in trees that’s as painfully visceral as his interest in Elena.
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Jesse Green, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2024
Jesse Green, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-deprecatory
Adjective
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The running joke on my five seasons covering the Marlins — a self-deprecating coping mechanism, really — was that at least one of my flights would get delayed on every trip.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
4 Mar. 2025
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The 34-year-old recently joined the Joe Pomp Show where Koepka provided some self-deprecating analysis of his performances.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Although self-effacing and unfashionable, Hackman held special status within Hollywood — heir to Spencer Tracy as an everyman, actor’s actor, curmudgeon and reluctant celebrity.—
Hillel Italie,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2025
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Friends and former colleagues say that General Caine, an intensely focused but low-key, self-effacing officer, has been uncomfortable with Mr. Trump’s characterization of his role in defeating the Islamic State.—
Eric Schmitt,
New York Times,
23 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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This unassuming corner bodega has been in Black ownership since the 1950s, when the Maxey family operated a small grocery store and barbershop.—
Meira Gebel,
Axios,
27 Feb. 2025
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With his unassuming looks and receding hairline, Hackman became Hollywood's quintessential everyman—often compared to Spencer Tracy.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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With its vibrant base village, Snowmass strikes the perfect balance between sophisticated amenities and down-to-earth charm, offering a welcoming atmosphere where families can truly unwind.—
Caroline Tell,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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The ethos resonates with Lugano’s down-to-earth yet powerful clientele so much so that the company persuaded eight of its VIPs to star in its latest ad campaign free of charge.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Instead, Ram is using the humble 3.6 L Pentastar V6.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
27 Feb. 2025
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By the time Napoleon invaded Egypt, in 1798, Alexandria had become a humble Ottoman port.—
Hannah Edgar,
ARTnews.com,
27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Small mercies are welcome when the losses are this meek.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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Sometimes, young players of his profile are quite meek — apologetic for their ability, even.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
The Athletic,
27 July 2024
Adjective
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Veterans groups, however, complained that the new court was too deferential to the VA when reviewing the agency’s decisions.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA TODAY,
5 Mar. 2025
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In short, the Trump-Ukraine policy that the country’s defenders feared — one that is overly deferential to Russia and pushes for a quick deal, even at the cost of Ukraine’s sovereignty — appears to be coming to fruition.—
Joshua Keating,
Vox,
20 Feb. 2025
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The connections Plunkett draws between Frost’s lyric poems and their literary influences are valuable, particularly for anyone taken in by Frost’s aw-shucks persona.—
Maggie Doherty,
The New Yorker,
24 Feb. 2025
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Image The Killer Inside Me By Jim Thompson From the outside, Lou Ford seems to be every bit the easygoing, aw-shucks deputy sheriff of a small Texas town.—
S.A. Cosby,
New York Times,
22 Feb. 2025
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“Self-deprecatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-deprecatory. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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