politely
Example Sentences
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Officer Manny Gomez politely asked everyone to stay on the sidewalk.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026
When Towriss first made inquiries about a possible expansion, F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali politely brushed him off.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026
"These conditions don't just coexist politely," Gaffey says.
From Science Daily • Mar. 1, 2026
Wiatrowski politely said it was all nonsense at a conference in Washington sponsored by the nation’s largest association of professional economists.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 23, 2026
“Excuse me,” Naima said politely, coming up behind the woman.
From "Rickshaw Girl" by Mitali Perkins
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