The nobleness entails a certain amount of respect for the sport and for the other surfers.
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Her nobleness and rectitude of mind renders her no favourite here.
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The clear, bright moon inspired ancient poets as a symbol of purity, nobleness, and broadmindedness.
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Even nobleness, in some cases.
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Her foot had as yet trod only the high places of life, but she walked there with a natural grace and nobleness that made every one feel that she was made for them and they for her.
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Nobility: the quality of elevation of mind and exaltation of character or ideals or conduct
The quality or state of being noble; nobility or grandeur