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be courteous



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While we should all try to be courteous and get along, part of maturity is realizing that you won’t click with everyone.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 22, 2026

Both sides are likely to be courteous, but firm, in their tone with each other, especially Beijing.

From BBC Apr. 26, 2024

A new rule requires visitors at Disneyland and Disney World to be courteous to one another after fights have taken place at the theme parks in recent months.

From Washington Times Dec. 29, 2022

With nowhere to turn in the face of skyrocketing complaints from angry residents, housing providers must beg residents to be courteous and mindful to their neighbors.

From Washington Post Aug. 27, 2021

He said as follows: “Brother Fire, God made you beautiful and strong and useful; I pray you be courteous to me.”

From "Nine Stories" by J. D. Salinger




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