respectful
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“President Trump seeks a stable peace, fair trade, and respectful relations with China,” an unclassified version of the document declares.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
“Let’s be respectful of the people who reside in those communities — don’t rev your engines, don’t do burnouts, try to show an element of decorum with this hobby,” he told The Times.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
"Recent reporting of the meeting is highly exaggerated and distorted," the Pentagon said on X. "The meeting between Pentagon and Vatican officials was a respectful and reasonable discussion."
From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026
“I think he would have been respectful enough to let you win,” they said.
From Salon • Mar. 23, 2026
“Now each group will perform alone. No talking when you’re not playing. Be respectful and listen.”
From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari
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