graciousness
Americannoun
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the quality or state of being benevolent, courteous, and kind.
Everyone who met him spoke of his graciousness and his effort to make sure that even the newest players felt like an important part of the team.
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the quality or state of being characterized by comfort, ease, or luxury.
You'll delight in this charming hotel that embodies the pinnacle of graciousness and style.
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Ms. Rose imbues Kyra with a warm graciousness but also a firm will.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 23, 2026
So by all means send them a thank-you note for their attendance, graciousness and generosity, if you have not done so already.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 11, 2026
He fell in love with the graciousness he felt among Americans and went through the process to become a citizen, he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 2, 2025
"This is a time for graciousness in defeat, a time to place our country above party, and patriotism above personal interest," the former football star, who has served as Liberia's president since 2018, said.
From BBC ● Nov. 19, 2023
How was it that she had absolutely none of Ishtar's graciousness?
From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda
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