courteous
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Another took a similar courteous tone: “Erica, queen of them all… please let the mister give it one more go!”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 4, 2026
During his training, he said he was told he had to be courteous at all times and treat the customers like family.
From BBC ● Jun. 3, 2026
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
"It's a perfect, simple, sober homage" to not only a talented artist but a "courteous, splendidly refined" person, said Giulia Carraro, 75, a former personal assistant who moved in his circle.
From Barron's ● Jan. 21, 2026
She spoke very mournfully, as though she were unused to such a courteous greeting.
From "Mary Poppins" by P. L. Travers
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