humble
adjective
not proud or arrogant; modest.
has been humbling
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present perfect progressiveof humble (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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"Their bravery and strength has been humbling," he added.
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026
“The support and confidence I have received throughout the state has been humbling and encouraging,” Craft said.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 17, 2022
Battling the Caldor fire has been humbling and harrowing for California firefighters.
From New York Times ● Aug. 31, 2021
“It has been humbling, there’s no question,” Berg said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 20, 2019
Greitens declared victory outside the courthouse: “This experience has been humbling, and I have emerged from it a changed man.”
From Washington Post ● May 15, 2018
