as in manners
speech or behavior that is a sign of good breeding
the elderly gentleman comported himself with old-world, old-school mannerliness
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Noun
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The fancy men are very rude to Tristan, which is terrible manners and therefore very UN-fancy, but Charlotte likes him.—
Alice Burton,
Vulture,
9 Feb. 2026 -
Judith Martin's Miss Manners column has chronicled the continuous rise and fall of American manners since 1978.—
Judith Martin,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Feb. 2026
Noun
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There’s so much attentiveness and wholehearted care that goes into not just showing off, but embodying the resort itself.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Feb. 2026
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Steady, intentional eye contact conveys attentiveness and respect.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Kate Middleton incorporated daytime elegance into her royal wardrobe with a look by Edeline Lee on Thursday in London alongside Prince William.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Despite opening in 2015, this hotel has a timeless elegance that feels like a particularly luxurious stop on San Antonio's annual parade of homes tour.—
Diana Oates,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Feb. 2026
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There’s a quixotic gallantry to appealing to a saner conservative and looking ahead to a post-Trump American politics.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
14 Aug. 2025
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Queen Elizabeth later awarded Beaton the George's Cross, Britain’s highest civilian award for gallantry, for his role in saving her daughter’s life, and bestowed honors on Callender, as well as the other policemen and onlookers who intervened.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
2 Aug. 2025
Noun
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For those gray, dreary Berlin February days, the Berlinale this year is offering a colorful fever dream of a cinematic antidote courtesy of Pakistan.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Feb. 2026
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Reviews from most of the out-of-town papers mostly arrived courtesy of the clipping service.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Feb. 2026
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Longtime board member Dan Amend called Jennings one of his favorite people in the world, who exhibits thoughtfulness and kindness at her core.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
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Waves from bus drivers, greetings on the sidewalks of New York, a beer bought at a bar, a steak paid for at the Tap Room of the New York Athletic Club…courtesy, thoughtfulness, consideration…thanks!—
Timothy Cardinal Dolan,
New York Daily News,
1 Feb. 2026
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Multiple sources speak about his impressive handling of a tough situation, praising his politeness and professionalism.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Beyond simple politeness, being easy to talk to happens to be a powerful social and career advantage.—
John Bowe,
CNBC,
28 Jan. 2026
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Thanks to her background in social work and hospitality, Casagrande is skilled at communicating with clients and craftspeople, ensuring a pleasant design experience.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
10 Feb. 2026
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Being loyal to one hotel brand can work in your favor in the long run, according to Carina Radonich, a hospitality pro and the co-owner of Magic Moment Resort & Kids Club.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Mannerliness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mannerliness. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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