respectably
Example Sentences
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He was asked to write music for a “spiritual Western,” and acquits himself more than respectably.
From Salon ● Jul. 8, 2025
Teenage opener Sam Konstas and Josh Inglis were recalled in their place, but they scored just three and five respectably as the tourists slipped to 22-3.
From BBC ● Jun. 25, 2025
It did respectably in its theatrical release, buoyed by a younger demographic in love with Jacob Elordi, a star of “Euphoria.”
From New York Times ● Feb. 2, 2024
But Edmunds has found the other vehicles to be respectably capable while being versatile and enjoyable to drive every day.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 4, 2023
She was pulling at me, to get me up, respectably onto my feet.
From "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood
