graciously
Americanadverb
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in a benevolent, courteous, or helpful manner; kindly.
We are fortunate to have so many members graciously willing to share their gardening knowledge.
Rachel graciously loaned me a formal dress for the occasion, as I had none.
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in a manner characterized by comfort, ease, or luxury.
Set in a prime oceanfront location in an exclusive community, the home graciously accommodates both family living and large-scale entertaining.
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He seamlessly managed the transition to a new reign and graciously navigated the falling-out between his two sons, maintaining traditions of the monarchy as he modernized it.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026
He accepts the thanks graciously but never boasts.
From BBC • Dec. 20, 2025
Fox added that Halloween provides a good opportunity for parents to teach their children to be polite and graciously accept any treats they’re offered.
From MarketWatch • Oct. 13, 2025
Agatha Christie graciously engaged with a critique involving the word “vole.”
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 7, 2025
“Thank you, Travis,” she said, graciously, “but I have enough lunch of my own.”
From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly
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