respectably

Example Sentences

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“Like with doing an action movie, it’s this notion of: If I can do this even respectably, I’m going to blow everyone’s mind,” he says.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

He was asked to write music for a “spiritual Western,” and acquits himself more than respectably.

From Salon • Jul. 8, 2025

Teenage opener Sam Konstas and Josh Inglis were recalled in their place, but they scored just three and five respectably as the tourists slipped to 22-3.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2025

But Edmunds has found the other vehicles to be respectably capable while being versatile and enjoyable to drive every day.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 4, 2023

The kid sister tagged along, and Nately felt like the proud head of a family as the three of them ate respectably in a nearby open-air cafe.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller