deference

Example Sentences

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In the 16th minute, Thompson showed too much deference to an elder, Sophia Smith — she of 22 years.

From Washington Post

“My view is that courts owe significant deference to the politically accountable entities with the ‘background, competence and expertise to assess public health,’” he wrote, quoting an earlier opinion.

From New York Times

At that time, Democrats were confronted by the reality that comes with diverse viewpoints when Omar — showing less deference to the party line — dragged the divisions over Israel into the open.

From Seattle Times

At that time, Democrats were confronted by the reality that comes with diverse viewpoints when Omar - showing less deference to the party line - dragged the divisions over Israel into the open.

From Washington Times

There's a level of emotional labor that's really effectively about deference.

From Salon