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Noun
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Ferrara’s arrival in New York City and subsequent entry into the movie business is presented as something like a case of recidivism, a dive from suburban gentility into the cauldron of steaming garbage that was Fun City–era Manhattan.—
Nick Pinkerton,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025 -
But this was close to the borderline of gentility.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Sep. 2025
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Such a brilliant actor, a kind heart and full of graciousness with a shining independent spirit.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
11 Oct. 2025
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Your graciousness and kindness is appreciated by our entire restaurant team.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
4 Aug. 2025
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Then Dave Foley smoothed over the fight with perfect Canadian politesse, saying Black’s idealism was adorable in 2025.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
12 Sep. 2025
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Even today, when people complain that much of the excitement of live bidding has disappeared, salesrooms at the major auction houses retain a singular atmosphere of politesse and extortion.—
Sam Knight,
New Yorker,
25 Aug. 2025
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Charlotte is not faring much better, immediately picking up on her outsider status in this lily-white town, and the way her new neighbors offer only bare-minimum politeness.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
3 Nov. 2025
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Altman wasn't joking about the price of politeness.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
21 Oct. 2025
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Republicans defended Kirk, condemning the political violence that led to his death and calling for civility.—
Molly Beck,
jsonline.com,
14 Oct. 2025
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To Washington, a beard made a man look unkempt and slovenly, masking the higher emotions that civility required.—
Maurizio Valsania,
The Conversation,
2 Oct. 2025
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Ayiku adds that this approach reduces transportation barriers, preserves dignity, and guarantees accessibility for all applicants.—
Ronny Maye,
Essence,
31 Oct. 2025
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My value, my dignity as a human being, was completely dependent on my ability to work, as if nothing else about me awarded me the ability to feel satiated by food.—
Stephanie Land,
Time,
30 Oct. 2025
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The short video clip sparked online debate about culture, class and proper etiquette for eating certain foods.—
Peter Burke,
FOXNews.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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Taking the high-road—and practicing good meeting etiquette—can ultimately be an effective way to earn recognition, show genuine commitment, and build credibility.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
4 Nov. 2025
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For Ella, Mason handled the task of being a fish out of water as a woman from 1905 suddenly having to fit into the culture of 2025, with flawless charm and grace.—
Rebecca Angel Baer,
Southern Living,
2 Nov. 2025
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Wearing a period-style blue-and-white outfit while sipping tea, Ripa embodied grace and charm in this chic costume alongside Seacrest’s take on Ted Lasso.—
Kate Hogan,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Gentilesse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gentilesse. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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