courtesy
Example Sentences
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Scotland were given the spot courtesy of being the highest-ranked team - in 14th - not already at the event.
From BBC
After such a brilliant round, Pimblett found himself on the canvas again in the fourth courtesy of two heavy right hands - but again, he got back up.
From BBC
This is not merely about tone or courtesy.
The list includes some Academy Awards history, too, courtesy of “Sinners” and Wagner Moura.
From Los Angeles Times
And as far as issues of people asserting their boarding status go, he says passengers need to reacquaint themselves with the concepts of courtesy and kindness.
From MarketWatch
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