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as in properly
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as in politely
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decorously
properly
Adverb
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The court was impressed by the professional approach and meaningful limitations, finding that the protocol properly balanced the need for relevant evidence with legitimate privacy concerns.—
Lars Daniel,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025 -
Let Suki Waterhouse's latest revelation serve as a warning to the fashionistas of the world — make sure your pants fit properly!—
Mekishana Pierre,
EW.com,
15 July 2025
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“Decorously.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decorously. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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