courteously
Example Sentences
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Ms. Weiss has so far upheld what I will courteously assume was the implicit bargain that landed her the CBS job.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 26, 2025
But no, they have no bananas, nor imported Norwegian water, nor Mylar balloons for a birthday; substitutes will be courteously suggested.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 20, 2024
A clerk courteously answered and then, noticing the man’s attire, asked, “Did you want times for ‘Barbie,’ too?”
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 21, 2023
Before the address, he instructed members to behave courteously, saying all eyes would be on them.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 8, 2023
"When I came as your envoy, Lord Penrose received me more courteously than most," Davos said.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
