politeness

Example Sentences

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There is a kind of professional politeness that demands we discuss each case in isolation so no one has to say aloud what the cumulative pattern reveals.

From Slate • May 8, 2026

But no one had to tell you this previously, or give you instructions; the country’s default civic voice was one of studied politeness.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

In many ways the sport and the harsh conditions in which it thrived embodied the traditional values and traits — resilience, community, politeness, resourcefulness — that have come to define Canada’s unique “northern character.”

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 28, 2025

Their rejection could be received with politeness and respect by the evangelist.

From Salon • Aug. 1, 2025

Then, when Maurice failed to disengage himself immediately, I feared that out of politeness he would ask Rosy to join us for tea.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson