Sentence examples similar to cannot be modest from inspiring English sources

Progressives cannot afford to be modest in the battle over the possible.

Decussation at the spinal or supra-spinal level cannot be ruled out but would be modest, if any.

Be modest.

Be modest but casual.

Be modest, earn respect.

And be modest.

Try to be modest.

Be modest in dress.

Be modest, though.

Be modest, not smug.

Be modest and ladylike.