Phrases Describing Experiences and Events

It was a humbling experience.

B2

Meaning

The experience made someone feel less important or arrogant.

Example sentences

John: 'Working with those people showed me how much I still need to learn.'

Alice: 'It was a humbling experience for everyone.'

John: 'Yes, it was a humbling experience.'

Alice: 'Failing so publicly made me reflect on my attitude.'