mannered

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Our hometown—long known as ugly, backward, corrupt, dangerous, ill- mannered, poorly maintained and shoddily dressed—had lured into our yard a world-famous brand.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 28, 2025

The club further described Kian as "the most genuine, well mannered and unassuming young lad", adding he was a credit to both the club and his parents.

From BBC • Aug. 25, 2024

In his new special, “More Feelings,” a captivating comedy that speaks fiercely to this political moment, Ramy Youssef maintains a mannered tentativeness, tiptoeing from setup to punchline, becoming quieter as the laughs grow.

From New York Times • Mar. 20, 2024

Without much warning, these adults will suddenly start speaking in a cartoonish voice: Eric turns rummy as a mannered Brit named Charles, while Rachel murmurs as “Moopie-Moopie.”

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 18, 2023

Even his handwriting was mannered, all curves and flourishes, with a uniform elegance that looked like something printed.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie