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respectful

[ri-spekt-fuhl] / rɪˈspɛkt fəl /


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“And we’re allowed to live in that. And our fans have been so respectful of that,” she said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

He said the United States sought "respectful" and "good-faith" engagement with Beijing, adding: "I wish my counterpart was here at this conference, but I look forward to other options when we can cross paths."

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

Sallianne Lloyd from Abertysswg, added: "Think of the hazard with little children. There's just absolutely no need for it. There are bins and people should be more respectful."

From BBC • May 29, 2026

He added that, in the AI era, if you’re entering a meeting saying “Hey, I need access to your critical data,” you need to win people over with a respectful demeanor and a low heart-rate.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

We both had put on our new Sunday best jackets, trousers, shirts, and neckties, and we looked right respectful as we stepped up on the ferry.

From "The Journey of Little Charlie" by Christopher Paul Curtis




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