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politely

[puh-lahyt-lee] / pəˈlaɪt li /


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"We would politely ask everyone not to engage in speculation at this time, and further comment will be made as soon as we are able to."

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

“Skydive Perris offers its sincerest condolences to the individual’s family and politely asks for privacy as we mourn together as a community,” according to the statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

The actor and producer returned to the stage at the end of the play at Wyndham's Theatre to politely remind people of theatre etiquette.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Because of the noise in the shop, I was unable to hear him and asked him politely to repeat himself.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

There would have been room for Penelope, too, but she politely declined.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood




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