as in attentiveness
speech or behavior that is a sign of good breeding
the young man displays the kind of old-school genteelness that one rarely encounters on today's college campuses
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That attentiveness has allowed the family to build meaningful connections with both children, despite the challenges that come with their condition.
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As for Cameron, his character development is measured by his increasing attentiveness to janitorial duties.
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Post set the gold standard for manners and social behavior for generations of Americans, social graces still valued and taught today.
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Remember that coughing and sneezing without a mask is considered very bad manners, as is attempting to board a train at the last minute and potentially causing a late departure.
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Co-founder Doug Frost is one of only a handful of people alive to hold both the Master Sommelier and Master of Wine titles, and the team utilise that world view to produce elegant Bordeaux and Rhone blends that capture a local identity and speak to a crowd wanting wanting elegance and acid.
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Swift is all about classic silhouettes and her wedding gown will likely have timeless elegance.
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During the reception, Princess Kate shared an emotional moment with Tony Gledhill, a former Metropolitan Police officer who received the George Cross for gallantry in 1966.
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In 2020, Magawa received the PDSA Dickin medal for gallantry, which recognizes heroism in animals.
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Not much thoughtfulness, period.
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And Kimmel, who has never been accused of thoughtfulness or thoroughness, claiming that Colbert's contract offer proves something is once again wrong.
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Good bathroom etiquette here is less about politeness than safety, since a crowded aisle is something the crew would rather avoid.
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For the most part, CTA personnel act with grace and politeness, although the sour drivers can influence the riders’ experiences as well.
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Frenchie's Owner Morgan Gray, a sommelier who has worked in the wine and hospitality industry for years, said downtown Santa Rosa offered the right mix of affordability and character for her first small business.
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The hotel and hospitality group has partnered with Raf’s, the NoHo restaurant founded by sisters Jennifer and Nicole Vitagliano and executive chef Mary Attea, for a series of pop-up residencies spanning Paris, Boston and London.
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Fyall says while Kansas City is a host city, the multiple base camps will deliver significant international visibility courtesy of the foreign sports press.
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Alicia Keys closed out the momentous occasion decked out in a custom all-black leather look, courtesy of a collaboration between Pelle Pelle and Daniel’s Leather.
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“Genteelness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genteelness. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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