politely

Example Sentences

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One student even said he’d try extra hard on a class assignment if Grouzes would at least talk about a potential sale, an offer Grouzes said he politely declined.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Staying in the audience, he went over to her in her seat, while she made him repeat his request, more politely each time.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

The book club always politely declines, given its specific chemistry.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

During a separate speech to Congress, the king politely delivered several pointed messages from the UK government amid tensions with Trump over the wars in Ukraine and Iran.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

Before he could complain, she stepped forward and politely thanked the old couple.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh