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civility

[si-vil-i-tee] / sɪˈvɪl ɪ ti /


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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 I would love to hear from both of you about what, if anything, that word civility means.

From Slate • May 12, 2026

Vorderman's radio show was not on the "flagship" list and the issue with her posts was to do with civility, rather than impartiality.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

An activist’s toddler is at the center of a debate about parenting and civility at Police Commission meetings.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2026

Elizabeth received them with all the forbearance of civility, and, at the request of the gentlemen, remained at the instrument till her ladyship’s carriage was ready to take them all home.

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen




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