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
Donalds graciously apologized and immediately set things right.
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Pat Beall, Sun Sentinel, 2 Jan. 2026
Sara Gibbs, executive director of Escondido Community Child Development Center, and Danielle Rush, HR director, graciously thanked Saint Helen Philoptochos and were very appreciative for their generous donation which was above and beyond their expectations, the news release stated.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Dec. 2025
For that, another colleague set me up with a fitting session at Eleventy Milano, an Italian fashion brand founded in 2007 with a showroom on Madison Avenue, which graciously offered to loan me outfits.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 30 Dec. 2025
Whatever the scenario, bowing out graciously (whether as the host or the guest) can ensure the visit ends on a positive note.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 18 Dec. 2025
Violet’s parents had graciously chosen not to read it, which had spared us all a few embarrassing conversations, but their abstention had also deprived me of a cathartic victory over them for not believing in me.
—Andrew Martin, New Yorker, 14 Dec. 2025
Kerr’s influence on Thunder coach Oklahoma City coach Mark Daigneault graciously credited Kerr for helping guide him at points in his own coaching journey, and considered Kerr’s handling of personalities to be the gold standard for coaches.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 3 Dec. 2025
Day graciously accepted Lewan's apology.
—Matt Audilet, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Dec. 2025
My beau and his family graciously include me in their holiday gatherings.
—Cathie Beck, Denver Post, 23 Nov. 2025
Pat Beall, Sun Sentinel, 2 Jan. 2026
Sara Gibbs, executive director of Escondido Community Child Development Center, and Danielle Rush, HR director, graciously thanked Saint Helen Philoptochos and were very appreciative for their generous donation which was above and beyond their expectations, the news release stated.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Dec. 2025
For that, another colleague set me up with a fitting session at Eleventy Milano, an Italian fashion brand founded in 2007 with a showroom on Madison Avenue, which graciously offered to loan me outfits.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 30 Dec. 2025
Whatever the scenario, bowing out graciously (whether as the host or the guest) can ensure the visit ends on a positive note.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 18 Dec. 2025
Violet’s parents had graciously chosen not to read it, which had spared us all a few embarrassing conversations, but their abstention had also deprived me of a cathartic victory over them for not believing in me.
—Andrew Martin, New Yorker, 14 Dec. 2025
Kerr’s influence on Thunder coach Oklahoma City coach Mark Daigneault graciously credited Kerr for helping guide him at points in his own coaching journey, and considered Kerr’s handling of personalities to be the gold standard for coaches.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 3 Dec. 2025
Day graciously accepted Lewan's apology.
—Matt Audilet, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Dec. 2025
My beau and his family graciously include me in their holiday gatherings.
—Cathie Beck, Denver Post, 23 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for graciously
Adverb
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Life in America for young Black men is nothing if not uncertain, to put it kindly.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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In a similar vein, if a friend owes you for tickets, ask kindly for repayment and suggest a system for next time.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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Add mushrooms and cook until tender and nicely browned, about 7 to 10 minutes (depending on size), stirring occasionally (reduce heat to low after mushrooms have browned nicely on one side).—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
26 Jan. 2026
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The hood fits nicely over a helmet without restricting peripheral vision, while a high-vis brim is a plus for night skiing.—
Benjamin Tepler,
Outside,
23 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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The result is a winery where the meal is as thoughtfully constructed as the Cabernet; where the chef and winemaker craft experiences instead of courses and vintages; where innovation feels organic, not performative.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The rooms Choose from 28 luxury homes that are thoughtfully curated to display a refined take on Western lodge living—here, rustic elegance meets upscale comfort with timber beams, stone fireplaces, and rich Western-chic decor.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Jan. 2026
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“Graciously.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/graciously. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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