polite remark
Example Sentences
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I don’t know whether the interpreter thought fit to explain the polite remark to his superior.
From The Three Lieutenants by Webb, Archibald
"What?" was the not very polite remark now repeated by all.
From New Treasure Seekers or, The Bastable Children in Search of a Fortune by Nesbit, E. (Edith)
"That's not a polite remark to make to an old tree with moss on his branches," said the oak.
From The Old Willow Tree and Other Stories by Ewald, Carl
The guests shake hands with the hostess, and making some polite remark about the "beautiful wedding" or "lovely bride," continue in line to the bridal pair.
From Etiquette by Post, Emily
“When you have quite done praising the tea, will you please tell me what you believe about Mr. Harrington’s speech?” said the inexorable Joe, drowning her aunt’s reply to Vancouver’s polite remark.
From An American Politician by Crawford, F. Marion (Francis Marion)
