respectful
Example Sentences
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He said the United States sought "respectful" and "good-faith" engagement with Beijing, adding: "I wish my counterpart was here at this conference, but I look forward to other options when we can cross paths."
From Barron's • May 30, 2026
South Carolina State University President Alexander Conyers commended the students for objecting “in a manner that reflects the importance of civic engagement and respectful discourse.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026
McVay later explained he was attempting to be respectful of Stafford’s status as the team leader, and that a personal situation also had affected his demeanor on draft night.
From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026
Via email, he said that his "intention has always been to create light-hearted, respectful interactions".
From BBC • May 7, 2026
Either I was a little slow or the language was too elegant, because I was nodding my head in respectful agreement when, suddenly, it hit me what he meant.
From "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson
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