gentlemanly

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Recent Examples of gentlemanly Image ‘Paddington in Peru’ Directed by Dougal Wilson, this sequel sees the gentlemanly bear Paddington (voiced by Ben Whishaw) on a trip to Peru to find his Aunt. The New York Times, New York Times, 14 Feb. 2025 Grant in particular runs away with the show, the epitome of British charm in his rumpled wardrobe, dry wit, and refined gentlemanly manners. Charles Bramesco, Vulture, 10 Feb. 2025 But the occasionally frantic ex-jock and the gentlemanly straight man had instant chemistry. Michael S. Rosenwald, New York Times, 27 Dec. 2024 The Bills guy is heading into the restaurant for a blind date, does the gentlemanly thing & holds the door open for a guy who happens to be wearing a Chiefs hat. Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 28 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for gentlemanly
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gentlemanly
Adjective
  • Football tells a story of manly grit, with echoes of the battlefield.
    Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 23 June 2025
  • Making money has long been manly in the Trumpian universe, but now so is losing it.
    Kyle Chayka, New Yorker, 9 May 2025
Adjective
  • Xavier is both when first introduced, but the slacker pothead lives long enough to reveal his chivalrous side.
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 30 June 2025
  • The reality is that those men are not of the chivalrous variety, and Charity, who literally wears her heart on her shoulder, is left melancholy.
    David John Chávez, Mercury News, 21 June 2025
Adjective
  • However, the 49-year-old actress noted that her own personal style tends to skew more toward edgy and masculine looks, much to the displeasure of her kids.
    EW.com, EW.com, 25 June 2025
  • The alpha as a crude avatar for masculine power makes perfect sense in that context.
    Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 20 June 2025
Adjective
  • In Families Like Ours, the slowly rising North Sea forces Denmark to follow Holland’s example and—in an orderly and civilized manner—evacuate the entire country.
    Air Mail, Air Mail, 21 June 2025
  • In civilized countries, law enforcement officers wear nametags and numbered badges.
    Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 8 June 2025
Adjective
  • While the male costars were snubbed for any major award nominations that year for the film, actress Kirsten Dunst scored a Golden Globe best supporting actress nod for her portrayal in the film.
    Jay Stahl, USA Today, 25 June 2025
  • There is no word yet on other casting picks, but the film will surely provide excellent roles for a variety of stars, including Marianne, and a trio of male suitors the sisters come to know, including Edward Ferrars, Colonel Brandon, and John Willoughby.
    Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 25 June 2025
Adjective
  • For any living room that could use a charming focal point, this number from Mackenzie Childs in their signature courtly check indicates style, and design know-how.
    Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 31 Mar. 2025
  • Inside the feudal fortress, decorative interiors include frescoes credited to Benedetto Bembo, such as Camera d’Oro, a room that depicts courtly interactions between Pier Maria Rossi and Bianca Pellegrini and recounts the tale of their love.
    Gulnaz Khan, AFAR Media, 13 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Bow Strap midi dress: $139 (Nordstrom) This Petal & Pup Floret midi dress at Nordstrom offers a modern take on boho fashion with its subtle floral design, cute ladylike details and flattering cut.
    Jené Luciani Sena may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 18 June 2025
  • Polka dots and other playful prints abound, with a dotted ladylike shift dresses with Miu Miu accessories, summer halters via Reformation once again, and a flirty Alessandra Rich mini-dress.
    Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 8 June 2025
Adjective
  • Fiennes exhibits that side of him without apology, which only makes his gallant side feel all the more genuine.
    Joe Reid, Vulture, 12 June 2025
  • Each year, Scouts, Scouters, veterans and other community groups from all over the Bay Area gather in tribute to these gallant men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country.
    Karl Mondon, Mercury News, 25 May 2025

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“Gentlemanly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gentlemanly. Accessed 7 Jul. 2025.

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