pleasantries

Example Sentences

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The leaders chatted for 10 minutes, exchanging pleasantries and praising each other’s strength.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 24, 2025

As years go by, more and more of our verbal interaction has taken the form of extended pleasantries.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2025

I was never a fan of pleasantries because they seemed like a waste of time.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2025

In series two, we see how Lumon's disorientating, unforgiving corporate culture and its deceptive pleasantries affects those with power too.

From BBC • Jan. 17, 2025

“You’ve been recruited for a special assignment,” the CO said to Mae and me, skipping any pleasantries or welcomes.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse