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respectful

[ri-spekt-fuhl] / rɪˈspɛkt fəl /


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Diego Simeone, in contrast, was ecstatic with the result and when asked to respond to Mourinho's refereeing rant, said he was always respectful of everyone else's opinions.

From BBC Sep. 20, 2026

As one account suggests, Marshall “was not looking for conformists. He believed in the respectful, confidential expression of dissent.”

From Salon Sep. 20, 2026

"Wanting to represent a community in a way that was appropriate and respectful," Linney added.

From Barron's Sep. 14, 2026

Emphasizing empathy paved the way for respectful disagreements.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 3, 2026

Kids who’re a bit popular like Gilbert Swinyard have sort of respectful nicknames like “Yardy.”

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell




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