manners

Example Sentences

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It’s an oasis for arts, tasteful wealth, and Southern manners in one of the reddest parts of the country.

From Slate • May 4, 2026

"I had girlish manners, a girlish voice," he would later say.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

The Constitution leaves it to states to decide the “times, places and manners for holding elections.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

That small and privileged group—limited to 12 members—excused his abominable manners and believed in his talent.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

“That’s why he has such handsome black eyes and pretty manners, I suppose. Italians are always nice,” said Meg, who was a little sentimental.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott