genteel

Example Sentences

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This is simply his pitch for escaping New York, but in a genteel manner.

From Salon • Mar. 23, 2026

The spat led to fears that curling was losing its once genteel image and the Canadians faced criticism in their own national media.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

Pilates, which combines stretching and body weight conditioning exercises, has, for some, a fusty image - a gentle and genteel workout for those of advancing years.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

Entertainment, of a presumably worthy variety — which is not to say genteel or exclusive — has long been a key element in the system’s programming and a cornerstone of its fundraising.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 29, 2025

The segment opened with a genteel docent standing before a Rembrandt painting and addressing a group of unshaven men dressed in ragged clothing.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris