be modest

Examples (10)

• Despite her success, she always is very modest about her accomplishments.
• He didn't want to boast; he preferred to be modest about his contributions.
• It's important to be modest, even when you achieve great things.
• The young artist was modest about the praise she received for her work.
• You should always be modest and let your work speak for itself.
• She is genuinely modest, never seeking attention for her talents.
• To be truly modest means to humbly accept both success and criticism.
• Even with numerous awards, the scientist was incredibly modest.
• He would be falsely modest if he denied his significant role in the project.
• The champion was modest in victory, praising his opponent's efforts.