chivalrously

Example Sentences

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They did note that she missed an arm pass, which Derek chivalrously blamed on his jacket.

From Time • Mar. 25, 2014

With nine runs needed Hassett, "like a gallant opponent who chivalrously chose to be the first to present the laurel wreath", bowled himself, for the first time in the series.

From The Guardian • May 20, 2013

Since Ms. Stewart has become, thanks to “Twilight,” the very embodiment of romantic indecision, there are two possible suitors chivalrously circling her.

From New York Times • May 31, 2012

The award’s presenter Colin Firth chivalrously slipped the shoe back on her foot.

From BusinessWeek • Feb. 13, 2012

He did not know the voice, nor the stranger, but it was a lady, and he bowed chivalrously.

From The Sign of Flame by Werner, E. T. C. (Edward Theodore Chalmers)