meek
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Mr. Hayward isn’t trying to impress Lizzie Bennet; he’s communing with Mary, in all of her meek and geeky glory.
From Salon • Jun. 25, 2026
A pope’s main role is to bear witness to the words of Christ, who said far more about taking care of the meek and turning the other cheek than he did about waging war.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
BBC Sport reported on Friday night that Dyche was under increasing pressure at the City Ground following the team's meek performance in the 3-1 loss at Leeds.
From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026
There’s a single-panel comic by the artist Paul Noth that pokes fun at researchers’ meek attempts.
From Slate • Jan. 30, 2026
Some were fearsome hunters and others meek plant-gatherers.
From "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari
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"Julius Caesar" by William Shakespeare, Act III
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