Meaning & use
Graciously
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In a polite, kind, and courteous manner, especially when responding to a difficult situation.
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She graciously accepted the criticism and thanked the reviewer for the feedback.
The host graciously welcomed the last-minute guests into her already full home.
A note on using this word
Derived from 'grace,' the word often implies not just politeness but a generous, unbothered warmth even under pressure.
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