as in polite
showing consideration, courtesy, and good manners
a mannerly child is welcome everywhere
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Recent Examples of mannerly
Please tell me the mannerly requirements with regard to the note and anything else related to her retirement.
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Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2026
Still, to sit opposite him at a small table is just a bit like being hooked to a polygraph, despite his air of mannerly warmth.
—Fred Schruers, Rolling Stone, 26 Jan. 2026
The most mannerly thing would be to pass the requests on to your sons and their wives.
—Judith Martin, Mercury News, 18 Sep. 2025
From a mannerly point of view: No good will come of this.
—Jacobina Martin, Washington Post, 1 Aug. 2024
Remember that not all breeds are suited to all lifestyles, and some German dog breeds require a firm hand to encourage mannerly behavior. 1 Schnauzer Known for its spirited intelligence, this breed has long had a job to do on family farms as ratters, herders, guardians, and hunters.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Woman's Day, 23 Mar. 2023
Any suggestions for a mannerly approach?
—Nicholas Ivor Martin and Jacobina Martin, oregonlive, 17 Mar. 2023
Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2026
Still, to sit opposite him at a small table is just a bit like being hooked to a polygraph, despite his air of mannerly warmth.
—Fred Schruers, Rolling Stone, 26 Jan. 2026
The most mannerly thing would be to pass the requests on to your sons and their wives.
—Judith Martin, Mercury News, 18 Sep. 2025
From a mannerly point of view: No good will come of this.
—Jacobina Martin, Washington Post, 1 Aug. 2024
Remember that not all breeds are suited to all lifestyles, and some German dog breeds require a firm hand to encourage mannerly behavior. 1 Schnauzer Known for its spirited intelligence, this breed has long had a job to do on family farms as ratters, herders, guardians, and hunters.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Woman's Day, 23 Mar. 2023
Any suggestions for a mannerly approach?
—Nicholas Ivor Martin and Jacobina Martin, oregonlive, 17 Mar. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mannerly
Adjective
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The service The Sagamore’s staff is exceedingly polite and easily reachable via text message.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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While modern-day hosts don’t explicitly expect guests to bring a gift, it's still largely considered a polite and appreciated gesture.—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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Ask the gracious waitstaff for their recommendation—they’ll never steer you wrong.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Sanremo news The Royal Hotel Sanremo, a gracious five-star Belle Epoque landmark, is one of the Riviera’s best-value luxury offerings.—
Catherine Sabino,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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“Mannerly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mannerly. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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