accept graciously
Frequency: 6.04.1 per million words
to receive a proposal, gift, or apology in a kind and courteous way
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- Please graciously accept this small gift as a token of our thanks.
- She graciously accepted his apology and moved on.
- The board will graciously accept any constructive suggestions.
- He doesn't boast; instead, he graciously accepts praise and shares credit.
- Their invitation was graciously accepted by all the speakers.
- If offered help, try to graciously accept it rather than refusing.
- We would graciously accept a postponement if needed.
- Could you graciously accept our sincere thanks on behalf of the team?
- Despite the mix-up, the organizers graciously accepted responsibility.
- Teach children to graciously accept both compliments and criticism.