mannerly

Example Sentences

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Whedon acknowledged to New York magazine that he “was not mannerly” when he spoke to Carpenter after learning she was pregnant, and that he was not “civilized” while running “Buffy” and “Angel.”

From Washington Post

Whedon told New York magazine he was "not mannerly" with Carpenter when she told him she was pregnant, but denied having ever called her fat.

From BBC

I was expecting chaos and disruption but found mannerly and fun loving kids who were respectful and delightful to cashier and surroundings.

From Seattle Times

Q: What is the guidance for mannerly dining out?

From Seattle Times

Can you please advise me as to how to respond in a way that is mannerly as well as assertive?

From Washington Post