politely
Example Sentences
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I didn’t get to speak with Steinem for my project—her office politely declined due to her schedule, which even in her late 80s was packed to the brim.
From Slate ● Sep. 3, 2026
He has to politely tell them he has a serious girlfriend.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
She politely let him know she wasn’t interested and moved on with her evening.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2026
The woman, who was running the shop with her teenage daughter, politely suggests his comments are "slightly derogatory".
From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2026
Nancy smiled politely as Mr. Fauntelroy laughed at his own joke.
From "Case of the Sneaky Snowman: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #5" by Carolyn Keene
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