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as in etiquette
socially acceptable behavior
the standards of basic decency demanded that they help the old lady with her groceries
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as in morality
conduct that conforms to an accepted standard of right and wrong
expected all of the scouts in his troop to be models of decency
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Recent Examples of decency
His ability to balance decency with brilliance transformed Microsoft into a leader in cloud computing, demonstrating the power of integrating empathy with excellence.
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Ajit Dodani, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
That preciseness can be seen in Iannucci’s Veep, where every character delivers verbal kills shots without mercy or respect for human decency.
—Stephen Rodrick, Rolling Stone, 8 Jan. 2025
Washington’s focus on Tuesday is on the successes of Mr. Carter’s presidency, the inspiration of his post-presidency and the decency of his character.
—Peter Baker, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2025
In some ways, Carter’s decency, which voters craved, got in the way of his governing.
—Storer H. Rowley, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2025
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Ajit Dodani, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
That preciseness can be seen in Iannucci’s Veep, where every character delivers verbal kills shots without mercy or respect for human decency.
—Stephen Rodrick, Rolling Stone, 8 Jan. 2025
Washington’s focus on Tuesday is on the successes of Mr. Carter’s presidency, the inspiration of his post-presidency and the decency of his character.
—Peter Baker, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2025
In some ways, Carter’s decency, which voters craved, got in the way of his governing.
—Storer H. Rowley, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decency
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Handed out alongside the official program was an etiquette manual.—
Antonia Hitchens,
The New Yorker,
20 Jan. 2025
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Read more Prison walls reveal last messages of Assad's detainees Hearts break over rescue cat's reaction to owner packing suitcase Photo of Daniel Penny on NY subway goes viral after acquittal Beyond etiquette, research suggests that strong spousal relationships contribute to well-being.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
19 Jan. 2025
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Does this force her to look more closely at herself and her own sense of morality?—
Cressida Leyshon,
The New Yorker,
19 Jan. 2025
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At that moment, a car full of ISIS morality police — the hisbah — was passing by.—
Alia Malek,
New York Times,
17 Jan. 2025
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Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Robbie Hoy said the video taken of the altercation shows that deputies did not assault anyone in their attempt to maintain decorum at the commissioners court.—
Cody Copeland,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Jan. 2025
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Longshore described what was ultimately a performance piece captured on video as peeling back layers of social conditioning—first decorum, then guilt, and then, inevitably, greed.—
Lilian Raji,
Forbes,
15 Dec. 2024
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According to former Forbes Councils Member Fran Biderman-Gross, thought leadership is based on a strong foundation of integrity, purpose, and authenticity.—
Melissa A. Wheeler,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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Always follow care instructions before washing delicate items and use cold water, as well as a mesh laundry bag, to preserve their integrity.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Jan. 2025
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Some critics deemed the set an act of heresy, an affront to folk music propriety.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
16 Jan. 2025
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Expect trendy shoes from Good American like a denim pointed-toe slingback or even a ballet flat in crocodile, largely treated with their propriety On Cloud sole designed for comfort.—
Mikelle Street,
Them,
26 Nov. 2024
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For many professionals, the relentless pursuit of goals, often at the expense of personal well-being, has been elevated to a virtue.—
Amy Blankson,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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United were disproportionately affected by Covid compared to other Premier League clubs in respect of matchday revenue, by virtue of the 74,310-capacity Old Trafford being English football’s largest club stadium.—
Mark Critchley,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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There will also be performances by military bands, parades and ceremonial honors to reflect the dignity of the occasion.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025
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But, forty years ago, such work was widely judged to be beneath the dignity of the élite firms that design opera houses and win prizes.—
Ian Parker,
The New Yorker,
20 Jan. 2025
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What sets Chappell apart is her courage to be herself in every sense: her honesty, her individuality, and her commitment to creating meaningful music.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
21 Jan. 2025
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Through a serialized memoir project, Lee is sharing her story with her customers, releasing it one chapter at a time and capturing the raw honesty and deep connections that define her life and work.—
Claudia Alarcón,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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“Decency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decency. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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