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civility

[si-vil-i-tee] / sɪˈvɪl ɪ ti /


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Some staff described concerns about a lack of "civility" between different teams working under stress, and managers who lacked awareness of "the reality of daily pressures".

From BBC Jun. 4, 2026

It means conducting ourselves with dignity and civility.

From The Wall Street Journal May 31, 2026

Collectively, they are attacks on basic principles and norms of democracy, civility, decency, equality, fairness, and dignity that American civic life nominally rests on.

From Salon May 26, 2026

But to me, Dahlia, the real issue about civility isn’t just judge to judge.

From Slate May 12, 2026

At least they’re covered by a veneer of civility.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson

And while people tsk-tsk at the increasing incivility of life, a bath is one of the few civilities we have left.

From Washington Post Aug. 19, 2021

We count on mutual adherence to certain civilities and limits.

From Washington Post Jun. 6, 2018

Begin to focus and gain ground on what is required which is political reconciliation and a return to civilities.

From New York Times Mar. 10, 2018

David knows how to restrain himself, to conform to the little lies and surface civilities that allow society to function.

From The Guardian Jun. 25, 2010

They were soon gone again, rising from their seats with an activity which took their brother by surprise, and hurrying off as if eager to escape from Mrs. Bennet’s civilities.

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen




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