1
as in humbly
in a manner showing no signs of pride or self-assertion
spoke modestly about his accomplishments as an entrepreneur
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2
as in innocently
with purity of thought and deed
dressed modestly to go to church
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Adverb
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In order to stop this exposure, the mold needs to be properly removed.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
5 July 2025 -
When properly stored in the fridge, guacamole is safe to eat for up to three days.—
Heather Riske,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 July 2025
Adverb
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Set aside just 10 minutes a couple times a week to check in purely about feelings.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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However, the idea that denim’s resurgence is purely cyclical may be overstated, according to a recent UBS note on U.S. softlines retail.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
23 June 2025
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“Modestly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modestly. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.
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