Phrases with «humble origins»

The phrase "humble origins" means that someone or something started out in a modest or lowly way, without much wealth, status, or influence. Full definition

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Sentences with «humble origins»

  • The church may be the better for this — it has often been a more vital institution when pastors from humble origins saw its relatively modest rewards as a route to upward social mobility. (religion-online.org)
  • A graduate of humble origins takes up a clerical post in a steel factory. (rottentomatoes.com)
  • Starting from very humble origins and with a view to disrupting government control over public finances, bitcoin has grown to become a powerhouse in the financial sector. (finder.com)
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