politely
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I listened politely, nibbling my onion petals in a state of Zen-like detachment.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 16, 2026
I didn’t get to speak with Steinem for my project—her office politely declined due to her schedule, which even in her late 80s was packed to the brim.
From Slate ● Sep. 3, 2026
We’re all sitting at home sipping adaptogenic mushroom tonics, journaling our feelings and politely declining invitations to any event after 7 p.m. because we’d rather optimize our sleep scores than take a tequila shot.
From Salon ● Aug. 15, 2026
He has to politely tell them he has a serious girlfriend.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
The Williamses politely say it’s nice to meet her and point out that I “took her whole face,” like Ms. Lena said.
From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas
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