humble pies

Definition of humble piesnext
plural of humble pie

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for humble pies
Noun
  • Athletes from all over the world have seen their fair share of drama, stunning upsets and emotional moments.
    Suzanne Nuyen, NPR, 13 Feb. 2026
  • With group play running through late February, the semifinal picture is still fluid — but there haven’t been many shock upsets yet.
    Dante Motley, Austin American Statesman, 11 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • This method aims to create a personalized sleeping experience while minimizing disturbances at night.
    Aliyah Rodriguez, The Spruce, 17 Feb. 2026
  • Sleep issues can also be a compounding factor with brain fog, so treating sleep disturbances with lifestyle changes such as sleep hygiene, eating a healthy diet, or medication to decrease hot flashes or night sweats can help.
    Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, Flow Space, 13 Feb. 2026
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“Humble pies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humble%20pies. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.

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