decorum
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Back then, he knew he had to eke out a mealy-mouthed apology for the sake of decorum.
From Slate • Jan. 13, 2026
Japan's emperor is generally treated with hushed reverence, but one man stripped away all decorum -- quite literally -- during a New Year's event on Friday, local media reported.
From Barron's • Jan. 2, 2026
She calls him Tim, not Dad — partially out of decorum in a world where she is lobbying him and his colleagues on a regular basis.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 6, 2025
Most people watch “Downton” for the tart, gently comedic exchanges and adorably antiquated decorum.
From Salon • Nov. 1, 2025
The slightest breach in decorum would find the perpetrator kicked off on the side of the road, no matter where we were.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
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