gentlemanly

Example Sentences

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Washington’s intention to wage a humane and gentlemanly war for American independence was subsumed by proliferating mayhem, especially on the remote frontiers, where practices such as scalping were well established.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026

He also won his third Lady Byng Memorial Trophy, which goes to the player exhibiting the best sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct in the NHL.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 5, 2025

"It's hard to classify this as a gentlemanly action."

From BBC • Dec. 7, 2023

By the 1700s, when shaving once again became de rigeur and it was considered respectable and gentlemanly to shave, the phrase “clean-shaven” took hold.

From National Geographic • Nov. 7, 2023

He was so gentlemanly and thoughtful I could hardly believe it.

From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole