humble pie

noun

Definition of humble pienext
as in upset

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Recent Examples of humble pie District Attorney [Alvin] Bragg and the prosecutorial team here, while eating a slice of humble pie, are displaying the highest level of integrity in moving to dismiss the charges. — Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 6 Mar. 2024 But to be clear: This moment is not about me (my favorite food is humble pie). — Zach Przystup, Baltimore Sun, 1 Jan. 2024 They were served a slice of humble pie by Japan, which won 4-0 in the Group C finale and finished second in the standings. — Victoria Hernandez, USA TODAY, 10 Aug. 2023 Andrew Harrer—Bloomberg/Getty Images Bud Light’s multinational parent company AB InBev, the world’s largest beer producer by volume, is eating an American-size portion of humble pie. — Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 20 June 2023 See All Example Sentences for humble pie
Recent Examples of Synonyms for humble pie
  1. upset
  2. perturbation
  3. chagrin
  4. distress
  5. unease
  6. discomfort
  7. dismay
  8. agitation
Noun
  • The United States wins the Olympic gold medal in men’s curling in a decisive upset of Sweden.
    — Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2025
  • The games have already yielded their fair share of upsets.
    — C. Isaiah Smalls II, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2025
Definition of upset
Noun
  • However, as the comet recedes from the sun, planetary perturbations will make the orbit even more elongated, so the next return to perihelion (of whatever of it is that is still left of it) will be about 600,000 years hence.
    — Joe Rao, Space.com, 27 Jan. 2025
  • This new tool, known as minimal, versatile genetic perturbation technology (mvGPT), combines the powers of gene editing, activation, and repression into a single, compact system.
    — William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
Definition of perturbation
Noun
  • Musk’s ascendance has changed that — to the chagrin of many of the podcast host’s fans.
    — Andrew Ross Sorkin, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
  • Much to his chagrin, his unnatural spawn makes for a meddlesome son.
    — Courtney Howard, Variety, 29 Jan. 2025
Definition of chagrin
Noun
  • Yarden appeared to be in extreme distress in the video and was very likely speaking under duress.
    — Mick Krever, CNN, 20 Feb. 2025
  • While the civil lawsuit filed by Petito's parents accused them of withholding information and causing emotional distress, no criminal charges were brought against them.
    — Matt Robison, Newsweek, 18 Feb. 2025
Definition of distress
Noun
  • Despite scoring four goals in 11 first-half minutes, there was a sense of unease around St James’ Park in the second half before Newcastle United finally saw out victory against Nottingham Forest.
    — Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 23 Feb. 2025
  • Existential unease permeated the festival program, though the Forum — the section dedicated to more experimental works — conjured this mood at the most forceful, and visually transportive, register.
    — Beatrice Loayza, New York Times, 21 Feb. 2025
Definition of unease
Noun
  • That kind of discomfort makes for excellent cannon fodder for the midterms.
    — Philip Elliott, TIME, 25 Feb. 2025
  • That can range from receiving unfair treatment to being ignored when bringing up issues around pain or discomfort.
    — Essence, Essence, 25 Feb. 2025
Definition of discomfort
Noun
  • Townsend was adjudged to have fouled Richie Saunders, to the dismay of the vocal home crowd.
    — Ben Morse, CNN, 24 Feb. 2025
  • Much to the dismay of proud Gen X viewers, many do.
    — Mara Reinstein, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Feb. 2025
Definition of dismay
Noun
  • Meanwhile, Alzheimer’s agitation, a symptom that can cause a patient to feel restless and worried, is estimated to affect around 60% to 70% of patients with the disease, according to some studies.
    — Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 15 Jan. 2025
  • Over the past decade, scientists have increasingly found that certain forms of pain and agitation, in moderate amounts, trigger benefits for mental and physical health.
    — Matt Fuchs, TIME, 22 Oct. 2024
Definition of agitation

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