Sentence examples for modestly accepted from inspiring English sources
He then modestly accepted the congratulations of his opponents for reaching a remarkable contract.
But the pianist, John Steele Ritter, too modestly accepted the role of accompanist rather than stepping forward as an equal partner in an intimate love duet.
Instead of risking trouble by protesting that the letters were genuine, Cosey modestly accepted the tribute, and proved himself worthy of it by executing another Lincoln on the spot.
His fans should be encouraged by his analysis: he modestly accepted that a couple of "monster putts" has given his scorecard a slightly flattering look, and while he's happy with his improving form, he realises he's "still got a ways to go" before he gets back to his best.
"It was a risk," he modestly accepts.
Does it mean that you (modestly) accept the judgment on the grounds that it is settled law?
After modestly accepting congratulations from several colleagues (and some ribbing from David Remnick, our editor), I went to my office as usual.
If I threw a rotten fruit or vegetable at the condemned, and I was lucky enough to hit him, I hope that I wouldn't gloat but would modestly accept the compliments of those around me.
When the condemned prisoner came out, and people started hurling taunts and abuse, I hope that I would be able to come up with something good to yell, not just the usual "You're gonna die!" If I threw a rotten fruit or vegetable at the condemned, and I was lucky enough to hit him, I hope that I wouldn't gloat but would modestly accept the compliments of those around me.
"For all you members of the academy, this esteemed gentleman (the Oscar statue) says that you have given me your recognition," he said modestly in accepting the award in 1986.
The key to getting out of this dangerous situation is to recognise that there is no inconsistency in asserting that past immigration has been modestly beneficial, while accepting that there is now a good case for curtailing further immigration.
