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as in courtesy
an act or utterance that is a customary show of good manners
after the usual civilities, the parents and the principal had a serious talk about the boy
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as in manners
speech or behavior that is a sign of good breeding
treated people from all walks of life with the same unfailing civility
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Recent Examples of civility
Political discussions — with civility — are encouraged, and independents and Republicans are invited, too.
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Ronald J. Hansen, The Arizona Republic, 28 Oct. 2024
Even when disagreement on issues exists, treating people with civility and respect more often than not leads to productive conversations and useful solutions.
—Pioneer Press Elections Team, Twin Cities, 21 Oct. 2024
Tuesday night's face-off, a rare showing of civility in today's political climate, served as a throwback to an era when debates featured extended clashes over policy stances.
—Sara Fischer, Axios, 2 Oct. 2024
Foster energy, giving and thoughtfulness to create civility throughout.
—Kinga Vajda, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
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Ronald J. Hansen, The Arizona Republic, 28 Oct. 2024
Even when disagreement on issues exists, treating people with civility and respect more often than not leads to productive conversations and useful solutions.
—Pioneer Press Elections Team, Twin Cities, 21 Oct. 2024
Tuesday night's face-off, a rare showing of civility in today's political climate, served as a throwback to an era when debates featured extended clashes over policy stances.
—Sara Fischer, Axios, 2 Oct. 2024
Foster energy, giving and thoughtfulness to create civility throughout.
—Kinga Vajda, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for civility
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In fact, some of the funniest Scranton branch shenanigans come courtesy of the Party Planning Committee and itsDunder Mifflin Christmas party.Aurelie Corinthios, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024
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Penn State added another touchdown, again courtesy of a pick-six.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
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These evenings were an occasion to dress up and try out my best manners.Brennan Long, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2024
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Your social manners are non-existent.Ticked Off, Orlando Sentinel, 17 Dec. 2024
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The Hack: Subtle mirroring—sitting in a similar posture or adopting comparable gestures—signals alignment and understanding.Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Foxx reportedly exclaimed, reacting to the inappropriate gesture.Marc Griffin, VIBE.com, 17 Dec. 2024
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Located on the edge of Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, this eco-chic hideaway blends rustic elegance with adventure activities such as tracking endangered mountain gorillas or hiking dormant volcanoes.Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 27 Dec. 2024
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In the world of dance, the elegance of Alvin Ailey choreographer Judith Jamison, 81, stretched the possibilities of ballet.David Colton, USA TODAY, 27 Dec. 2024
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There is a back story to Crazy Horse's battlefield gallantry.Chip Bell, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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Bob earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action when Japanese kamikaze bombers struck his ship, USS Franklin.Karen Scanlon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Feb. 2024
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Immediately upon being plucked from the proverbial shadows of the backroom studio, Alessandro Michele astonished with his new Gucci, a house reawakened by an intriguing gentility rich with influences from antiquity to today’s urban culture.Bridget Foley, WWD, 27 Sep. 2024
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There's also an emphasis on productivity and navigating your life with quiet confidence and gentility.Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 2 June 2023
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Whether in Aspen or around the world, W Hotels is seeking to reimagine what luxury hospitality can be.Caroline Tell, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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One of his solutions was to bring corporate hospitality to Goodison, as well as more advertising boards around the pitch but the move experienced pushback.Simon Hughes, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Civility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/civility. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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