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politely

[puh-lahyt-lee] / pəˈlaɪt li /
ADVERB
thoughtfully
Synonyms
STRONGEST
amiably attentively cordially gently graciously kindly respectfully tactfully
STRONG
courteously
WEAK
affably agreeably benignantly charmingly civilly compassionately concernedly considerately elegantly gallantly gracefully ingratiatingly kindheartedly sociably solicitously urbanely winningly

Example Sentences

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The top candidates in California’s wide-open race for governor took the stage Wednesday night in a Los Angeles debate that began politely but quickly devolved into another raucous clash.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 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

Along with politely touting other offers, the key is to explain changes in financial circumstances, if there are any.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

"We would politely ask people continue to respect their privacy."

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

“Thank you. It’s good advice,” Nhamo said politely as she made sure she was surrounded by real trees and real sunlight.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer

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