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courteous

[kur-tee-uhs] / ˈkɜr ti əs /


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Another took a similar courteous tone: “Erica, queen of them all… please let the mister give it one more go!”

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 4, 2026

Unless perhaps it’s the most courteous thing you can do for fellow players?

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 5, 2026

While we should all try to be courteous and get along, part of maturity is realizing that you won’t click with everyone.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 22, 2026

"It's a perfect, simple, sober homage" to not only a talented artist but a "courteous, splendidly refined" person, said Giulia Carraro, 75, a former personal assistant who moved in his circle.

From Barron's Jan. 21, 2026

“A brave heart and a courteous tongue,” said he.

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke




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