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as in properly
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as in politely
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decorously
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This timing is meant to ensure the pill absorbs properly, McCoy explained.—
Jenna Anderson,
Health,
7 Jan. 2026 -
Keep in mind that firm menstrual cups are more likely to open properly after being inserted.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
7 Jan. 2026
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As seen in a video shared to X by Lizzie Robinson of ITV, the Princess of Wales politely said hello to a patient there, asked her name and made the connection between the woman and William, the heir to the throne.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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Fear, hunger and repression did not stop politely at national borders.—
Philip Martin,
Washington Post,
7 Jan. 2026
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Payamps only made two appearances in Atlanta this season after being claimed off waivers and performed decently, allowing one run in 2 2/3 innings pitched.—
Shaun McAvoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Nov. 2025
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Long has another double-digit tackling game and the Rams defense plays decently in the first half, but the ineptitude of the CSU offense remains an Achilles’ heel.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
7 Nov. 2025
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Princess Bride is superbly planned and deferentially orchestrated — its theme fits its telling.—
Duane Byrge,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Sep. 2025
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The glorious sweep of progress toward Roman civilization and prosperity means the end of an idyllic, virtuously rustic Golden Age.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Sep. 2025
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Decide what feels uncomfortable or exhausting and communicate your boundaries clearly and respectfully.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
20 Jan. 2026
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Comments that respectfully add alternatives often get more engagement than the original post.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
20 Jan. 2026
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Nothing gets done sensibly, however, merely by following rules.—
Philip K. Howard,
The Atlantic,
10 Jan. 2026
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Although hopeful, the document sensibly is cautious on whether there will be lasting peace in the region.—
John Seiler,
Oc Register,
22 Dec. 2025
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The dress is also extremely comfortable, its knit fabric stretching discreetly to accentuate my silhouette.—
Irene Richardson,
InStyle,
14 Jan. 2026
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While abuse was usually delivered discreetly, its evidence was everywhere, from gurneys rolling into the clinic after a rough housing search, to ungodly shrieks coming from the receiving rooms.—
Mary Buser,
New York Daily News,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Decorously.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decorously. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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