courtesy
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On the pitch, Saints claimed a dramatic 2-1 victory courtesy of Shea Charles' cross-shot in the closing stages of extra-time at St Mary's.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
I follow Melissa Clark’s chocolate olive oil cake recipe, which has always produced a moist cake that’s slightly floral in flavor, courtesy of warm Earl Grey tea that’s whisked into the batter.
From Salon • May 10, 2026
“In any other situation, however, school officials should be polite and extend common courtesy, but should not assist with or permit enforcement activities on school grounds not required by lawful order.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
The executive order attempts to beef up some actions already scheduled to take place — namely, the Saver’s Match coming in 2027 courtesy of the Secure 2.0 Act legislation.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026
Daniel and Moses thought they were paying a courtesy call on a cottage industry, but the cottage was a castle.
From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis
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Vocabulary lists containing courtesy
"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare, Act II
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