docility

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for docility
Noun
  • Her two pups are part of the Protection Sport Association, which competitively tests dogs in their obedience and protection skills through tests of their temperament and physical ability.
    Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 11 Sep. 2025
  • Even if your furry friend has already mastered the obedience basics, try adding some new party tricks to their command repertoire.
    Kelsey Monstrola, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Yet, the lesson of the Voting Rights Act is that the response to these setbacks isn’t despair or acquiescence.
    Time, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
  • Perhaps the most disturbing aspect of this revenge is the acquiescence of his support base and the GOP representatives to the raw hatred unleashed by our Emir of Evil.
    DP Opinion, Denver Post, 2 Sep. 2025
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“Docility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/docility. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.

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