politely

Example Sentences

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Taking a deep breath, he gathered his waning strength in order to turn and politely face his neighbor.

From Literature

The first is to detach with love — that is, politely and kindly, and with no explanations or blame.

From MarketWatch

On Monday, the U.S. women’s team acknowledged it had been invited to the State of the Union address but politely declined.

From Los Angeles Times

Wiatrowski politely said it was all nonsense at a conference in Washington sponsored by the nation’s largest association of professional economists.

From MarketWatch

Paddington politely greeted photographers on his way in, dressed for the weather in his hallmark bright blue coat and red hat.

From BBC