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genteel

[jen-teel] / dʒɛnˈtil /


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This is simply Sheridan’s pitch for escaping New York, but in a genteel manner.

From Salon • Mar. 23, 2026

The spat led to fears that curling was losing its once genteel image and the Canadians faced criticism in their own national media.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

In genteel phrasing, Ancora also alludes to the fact that Paramount would itself remain woefully undersized if it doesn’t merge with Warner.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026

Pilates, which combines stretching and body weight conditioning exercises, has, for some, a fusty image - a gentle and genteel workout for those of advancing years.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

Did it have anything to do with the fact that the children were banished from these genteel afternoon entertainments?

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly




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