as in kindly
with good reason or courtesy
flattered to be asked but unable to attend, she graciously turned down the wedding invitation
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Recent Examples of graciously
Coaches who, in the best cases (and there have been so many best cases) taught your kid to win magnanimously and lose graciously and compete whole-heartedly.
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Heidi Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Good morning, Alexei Oreskovic here, taking the baton back from features editor Matt Heimer, who graciously filled in for me these last couple of days.
—Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 25 Mar. 2026
Instead of sabotaging the recipe, simply circle back to the compliment and decline graciously.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026
Tsiorvas also graciously declined any payment for the meal.
—Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 3 Mar. 2026
This went to Hamnet star Toad, a Jack Russell Terrier, who graciously shared the limelight with his co-star Banjo, a rescue.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 2 Mar. 2026
Among her longtime favorites are Stéphane, a part-time shoemaker with a following of local dandies, and Olivier Chatenet, who graciously opened the doors of his brand-new vintage store ahead of its official launch during Paris Couture Week.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 14 Feb. 2026
His commentary went beyond what was expected, graciously detailing his time on the show and praising his co-stars and collaborators.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 Feb. 2026
And yes, there was really an engagement ring in the box, graciously paid for by the production.
—Christopher Spata, Sun Sentinel, 11 Feb. 2026
Heidi Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Good morning, Alexei Oreskovic here, taking the baton back from features editor Matt Heimer, who graciously filled in for me these last couple of days.
—Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 25 Mar. 2026
Instead of sabotaging the recipe, simply circle back to the compliment and decline graciously.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026
Tsiorvas also graciously declined any payment for the meal.
—Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 3 Mar. 2026
This went to Hamnet star Toad, a Jack Russell Terrier, who graciously shared the limelight with his co-star Banjo, a rescue.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 2 Mar. 2026
Among her longtime favorites are Stéphane, a part-time shoemaker with a following of local dandies, and Olivier Chatenet, who graciously opened the doors of his brand-new vintage store ahead of its official launch during Paris Couture Week.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 14 Feb. 2026
His commentary went beyond what was expected, graciously detailing his time on the show and praising his co-stars and collaborators.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 Feb. 2026
And yes, there was really an engagement ring in the box, graciously paid for by the production.
—Christopher Spata, Sun Sentinel, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for graciously
Adverb
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The last quarter moon is actually a good time to bring up your concerns – kindly.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2026
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At night double cleanse using a separate makeup remover (wipes are great) to kindly but thoroughly get makeup and sunscreen off and out of pores.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The whole thing is so confusing that readers are likely to forget who’s who and what each has done, but Ernest draws it all together nicely.—
Sandra Dallas,
Denver Post,
19 Apr. 2026
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Mother Mary strutted to a solid limited opening as The Christophers expanded nicely and Exit 8 kept going.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
19 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Lucky Step Ballet Fashion Sneakers These are a fun, budget-friendly take on the ballet sneaker trend that feels thoughtfully designed.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Apr. 2026
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Across the Algarve, former agricultural estates—quintas, vineyards, and workers’ cottages—are being thoughtfully restored as places to stay.—
Christine Chitnis,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Graciously.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/graciously. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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