politely
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
I didn’t get to speak with Steinem for my project—her office politely declined due to her schedule, which even in her late 80s was packed to the brim.
From Slate ● Sep. 3, 2026
He has to politely tell them he has a serious girlfriend.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
And the couple recruited other dogs - and their owners - for their studies by politely approaching people in the dog park.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
She politely let him know she wasn’t interested and moved on with her evening.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2026
The stellar performance briefly distracted the boys’ eyes from the bird, and they politely applauded.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
Vocabulary lists containing politely
