as in demeanor
personal conduct or behavior as evaluated by an accepted standard of appropriateness for a social or professional setting
the young man's impeccable manners are an unmistakable sign of a good upbringing
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Recent Examples of manners
There is no record of how William’s wife greeted the news of the instant stepson with the polished manners, who impressed even his hard-driving grandfather.
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Stacy Schiff, The Atlantic, 8 Oct. 2025
For some, this makes thrifting a stressful proposition, and that stress can lead to bad behavior—and bad manners.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025
According to Ashton, his mother raised him to have good manners, be respectful and love God above all else.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Sep. 2025
For me, Mandarin carries the rituals and manners of growing up in Taiwan, while English feels tied to the independence of moving to London at 18 without my family.
—Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025
In the case of the novel of manners, Desai’s metanarration offers up as intertext Anna Karenina, which a rapt young Sonia reads.
—Sanjena Sathian, Vulture, 23 Sep. 2025
The shelter also welcomes some shelter dogs to training classes, which keep manners up to date, teach new skills and provide another break from the kennels.
—Lisa Bloch, Mercury News, 23 Sep. 2025
The Drive Road manners are smooth and predictable, though steering feedback could be sharper.
—Josh Max, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Some felt its handling was off and others criticized its on-road manners.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Stacy Schiff, The Atlantic, 8 Oct. 2025
For some, this makes thrifting a stressful proposition, and that stress can lead to bad behavior—and bad manners.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025
According to Ashton, his mother raised him to have good manners, be respectful and love God above all else.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Sep. 2025
For me, Mandarin carries the rituals and manners of growing up in Taiwan, while English feels tied to the independence of moving to London at 18 without my family.
—Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025
In the case of the novel of manners, Desai’s metanarration offers up as intertext Anna Karenina, which a rapt young Sonia reads.
—Sanjena Sathian, Vulture, 23 Sep. 2025
The shelter also welcomes some shelter dogs to training classes, which keep manners up to date, teach new skills and provide another break from the kennels.
—Lisa Bloch, Mercury News, 23 Sep. 2025
The Drive Road manners are smooth and predictable, though steering feedback could be sharper.
—Josh Max, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Some felt its handling was off and others criticized its on-road manners.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for manners
Noun
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Put a quick stop to any slobbering and jumping on people, which can ruin their clothes as well as their otherwise pleasant demeanor.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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Big horse, calm demeanor On Friday and Saturday nights, people might just bump into Ross on Lower Broadway.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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When Someone Gaslights You So what's the proper etiquette around phone usage during therapy?—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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Nehmeh agrees something has gone missing in the age of remote work, noting reports of some companies offering etiquette classes to Gen Z on how to act in meetings, dress for work, and talk to clients.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Our attitude influences others.—
Jonathan Carone,
Parents,
4 Oct. 2025
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Therefore, his win-now, impress-now attitude probably should come as no surprise.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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How Poor Posture Affects Health Poor posture can lead to a wide range of health issues.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
7 Oct. 2025
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Made from high-performance materials, the chair is designed to provide maximum comfort and posture support through its breathable mesh fabric, fully adjustable armrests, and three size options tailored to different body types.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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As the country achieved independence from British rule, artists debated what new forms of nationhood, identity and art could look like.—
Suyin Haynes,
CNN Money,
8 Oct. 2025
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The fact that an artist will do so in a language that has become a global musical unifier is truly the highest form of flattery.—
Leila Cobo,
Billboard,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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His presence, even in shorter bursts, could be extremely valuable if the Cubs somehow find a way to advance.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Absent Karen’s presence to hold the fire, however, all eyes are laser-focused on the comings and goings of Stacey Rusch, who is raked through the coals on her reunion debut.—
Shamira Ibrahim,
Vulture,
6 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Manners.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manners. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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