politely
Example Sentences
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And the couple recruited other dogs - and their owners - for their studies by politely approaching people in the dog park.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
Gough, who works for media and live-event company MGI London, politely declined to comment.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
Countries didn’t politely wait for their usual grade.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 21, 2026
You politely but firmly decline, but your relative insists.
From Salon ● Jul. 3, 2026
Roz headed in his direction, down the hill and onto the pebble beach, politely stepping through the crowd.
From "The Wild Robot Protects" by Peter Brown
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