politely
Example Sentences
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Vance and Rubio politely debated the matter with Leo in a visit to Rome soon after his election last May.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026
Officer Manny Gomez politely asked everyone to stay on the sidewalk.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026
"These conditions don't just coexist politely," Gaffey says.
From Science Daily • Mar. 1, 2026
The first is to detach with love — that is, politely and kindly, and with no explanations or blame.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 25, 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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