1
as in kindness
an act of kind assistance
did me the courtesy of loaning me his jacket
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2
as in gesture
an act or utterance that is a customary show of good manners
the greeting "How are you?" is often intended as no more than a courtesy
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as in attentiveness
speech or behavior that is a sign of good breeding
a woman who responds to every situation with courtesy and kindness
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Recent Examples of courtesy
Women’s tournament Virginia State took the No. 1 seed in the Northern Division courtesy of a 9-1 record.
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Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 24 Feb. 2025
But the home side hung on and miraculously turned the tie on its head in the closing stages courtesy of an improbable brace of goals (88’, 90+7’) from centre-back Hugo Boudin.
—Tom Williams, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
Ava flashes scratches on her forearm, courtesy of Isabella’s fingernails.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Feb. 2025
The most superfluous story line in the present comes courtesy of Tai and Van.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 21 Feb. 2025
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Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 24 Feb. 2025
But the home side hung on and miraculously turned the tie on its head in the closing stages courtesy of an improbable brace of goals (88’, 90+7’) from centre-back Hugo Boudin.
—Tom Williams, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
Ava flashes scratches on her forearm, courtesy of Isabella’s fingernails.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Feb. 2025
The most superfluous story line in the present comes courtesy of Tai and Van.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 21 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for courtesy
Noun
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Redditors Share Their Own Heartwarming Delivery Stories Dwight's post struck a chord with many Reddit users, who shared their own experiences of kindness during deliveries.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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Clarity can be another form of kindness, establishing boundaries that benefit everyone.—
Leisse Wilcox,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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Even small gestures, like sending a quick text to check in during a hectic day or remembering meaningful anniversaries can reinforce your dependability.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
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This meeting was meant to be kind of a gesture of strength.—
Isaac Chotiner,
The New Yorker,
21 Feb. 2025
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Access to health and medical care continues to be a struggle, with one in four people reporting a decrease in access to medical services since the start of the war in February 2022, according to the WHO.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
24 Feb. 2025
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For example, cloud service providers often highlight these certifications on their websites and marketing materials to reassure customers of their commitment to data protection.—
Chris McKie,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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After seeing how reluctant to move the horse was, their older sibling decided to jump in and help delay their owner's departure—albeit, with much gentler manners.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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For more on how to lose your clothes but not your manners, have a look at our perennial guide to nude beach etiquette.—
CNN,
The Mercury News,
30 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Residency and Citizenship: The investment provides green card privileges and a pathway to U.S. citizenship.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
Newsweek,
26 Feb. 2025
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Yellen was uncomfortable risking these privileges for the sake of punishing Putin.—
Edward Fishman,
The Atlantic,
24 Feb. 2025
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In this moment, all sides should give one another a bit of grace, perhaps even the benefit of the doubt, and take a breath.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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From his rise to YouTube fame to the family’s fall from grace and how he’s been picking up the pieces for himself and his children, here's everything to know about Kevin Franke's life today.—
Lynsey Eidell,
People.com,
27 Feb. 2025
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He was deployed to Italy, where his conspicuous gallantry in combat earned him the Military Cross.—
Lawrence D. Freedman,
Foreign Affairs,
1 Jan. 2020
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Crank up the gallantry, crank up the generosity: Send a spark of love and novelty into the black cloud.—
James Parker,
The Atlantic,
21 Jan. 2025
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From Excess to Influence: The Swag Bag’s Evolution In 2024, Oscar nominees were gifted an array of experiences and indulgences designed to leave a lasting impression.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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The key is a balance of indulgence and lightness—offering just enough decadence without leaving guests too full for the rest of the day.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
16 Feb. 2025
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“Courtesy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/courtesy. Accessed 2 Mar. 2025.
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