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She lived “as harshly and simply and self-denyingly as Leo Tolstoy,” she said in admiration of the world-famous writer, who was likewise excommunicated for decrying the man who sells liquor.

From Slate • Sep. 7, 2021

If knowledge could not give a touch of humane regard for the feelings of a poor girl toiling dutifully and self-denyingly to support her family, of what account was it?

From Duffels by Eggleston, Edward

That Faith did not know the meaning of tragedy, was a fact which she wisely and self-denyingly kept to herself, and for the present turned her attention to supplying her mother with a fresh waffle.

From Say and Seal, Volume I by Warner, Susan

Mrs. Wragge's faded blue eyes began to brighten dimly, in spite of her remorse; but she self-denyingly shook her head.

From No Name by Collins, Wilkie

He opened a school, began stated services of worship, and went about among the people, living simply, self-denyingly, and prayerfully.

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