deference

Example Sentences

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They protected minority shareholders from genuine fiduciary abuse, such as in cases involving self-dealing or extraction of value, but they otherwise showed deference to decisions made by directors and ratified by stockholders.

From Barron's

While Korea is "still showing all its deference towards China", it wants to "strengthen its relationships with both Japan and China", Mr Park added.

From BBC

In China, deeply rooted norms around hierarchy and deference to authority may amplify performative and secretive adoption.

From Barron's

Rosenbaum said he now assumes that the VA will have to show more deference to veterans.

From Los Angeles Times

Recipients of honorary doctorates tend not to use the Dr honorific despite technically being able to out of deference to those who have undertaken the academic work to receive a PhD.

From BBC