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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
That might be all the more true if parents heed the advice to approach teachers as partners in their children’s success, and treat them with civility and gratitude.
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Kara Alaimo, CNN, 21 Nov. 2024
The crowds at the Globe Theatre weren’t exactly known for their civility, either.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 14 Jan. 2025
High on Hannegan’s list of changes for the collector’s office was a new commitment to civility and customer service.
—Joseph Thorndike, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
While some see civility, others in Manistique feel like the city has become increasingly hostile to one another.
—Alexander Boesch and Lindsay Tague, Detroit Free Press, 31 Oct. 2024
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Kara Alaimo, CNN, 21 Nov. 2024
The crowds at the Globe Theatre weren’t exactly known for their civility, either.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 14 Jan. 2025
High on Hannegan’s list of changes for the collector’s office was a new commitment to civility and customer service.
—Joseph Thorndike, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
While some see civility, others in Manistique feel like the city has become increasingly hostile to one another.
—Alexander Boesch and Lindsay Tague, Detroit Free Press, 31 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for civility
Recent Examples of Synonyms for civility
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Reprinted courtesy of HarperCollins Publishers (Illustration: Kelsea Petersen / The Athletic; Photo: Stacy Revere / Getty Images) Eric Nehm is a senior writer for The Athletic covering the Milwaukee Bucks.—
Eric Nehm,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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Related Articles Saldaña wore a glittering dress courtesy of Thom Browne.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
13 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
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To cook them feels like a way to offer a small gesture of appreciation.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
8 Feb. 2025
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Luckily, there is more than one gesture to show their affection.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
8 Feb. 2025
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The delicate ruffle details add just the right amount of elegance to the one-piece, while the lace-up back ensures a perfect fit.—
Becca Blond,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Feb. 2025
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In the fall of 2023, the property introduced a new way to experience the property’s elegance with an East-meets-West afternoon tea.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
9 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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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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In connecting with the Hidden Valley team, the quirkiness, joy and hospitality of their community really stood out to me, reminding me of my Midwestern roots.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
10 Feb. 2025
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The firm, which is led by principal Holly Freres, boasts a diverse portfolio showcasing a wide range of architectural styles and project types, including residential interiors, custom homes, and hospitality and retail designs.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
10 Feb. 2025
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“Civility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/civility. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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