docility
Example Sentences
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Every expression is judged through a gaze that demands docility.
From BBC
Breeders also value posture, hoof solidity, docility, maternal ability and beauty.
From Seattle Times
We were selecting dogs for docility and tameness, but these traits were genetically linked to the tail-wagging behavior.
From Science Magazine
It also means to tear away the stereotypical veil of docility and propriety in which such characters have too often been presented, to the extent that they’ve been presented at all.
From Los Angeles Times
What Republicans seem most amazed by is the docility of Democrats in the face of Mr. Biden’s obvious weaknesses.
From New York Times
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