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Recent Examples of respectfully
Mike always conducted himself respectfully and with care for those around him.
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S.e. Jenkins, CBS News, 16 Mar. 2026
To see residents push back respectfully shows democracy at work — even though the town has far weightier issues to resolve.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 15 Mar. 2026
But there’s no real fight, just a group of women approaching conflict respectfully and honestly and coming to a solution.
—Kathleen Walsh, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2026
Speak your mind respectfully, then back up your words with consistent support.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 11 Mar. 2026
Embark on a scenic drive, but do so respectfully.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Craig did not stay to field questions from the media, respectfully excused for what a spokesperson described as fatigue from a long day.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2026
People build trust with systems that behave predictably, respectfully, and intelligibly – especially when things go wrong.
—Grace Brown, Fortune, 5 Feb. 2026
Its historic honor system expects every member of the community, especially students, to act honestly, respectfully, and responsibly.
—Blake D. Morant, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
S.e. Jenkins, CBS News, 16 Mar. 2026
To see residents push back respectfully shows democracy at work — even though the town has far weightier issues to resolve.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 15 Mar. 2026
But there’s no real fight, just a group of women approaching conflict respectfully and honestly and coming to a solution.
—Kathleen Walsh, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2026
Speak your mind respectfully, then back up your words with consistent support.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 11 Mar. 2026
Embark on a scenic drive, but do so respectfully.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Craig did not stay to field questions from the media, respectfully excused for what a spokesperson described as fatigue from a long day.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2026
People build trust with systems that behave predictably, respectfully, and intelligibly – especially when things go wrong.
—Grace Brown, Fortune, 5 Feb. 2026
Its historic honor system expects every member of the community, especially students, to act honestly, respectfully, and responsibly.
—Blake D. Morant, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for respectfully
Adverb
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The fact that the team is almost entirely composed of Americans with Italian heritage is by now well-known and lovingly mocked on both sides of the Atlantic.—
Sara Germano,
Sportico.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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The couple had been married for nearly six decades and Parton lovingly praised him during interviews throughout her career.—
Charisma Madarang,
Rolling Stone,
13 Mar. 2026
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Shortly before launching his solo career in 1972, Thompson politely declined Don Henley and Glenn Frey’s overtures to join what soon became the Eagles.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
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Officer Manny Gomez politely asked everyone to stay on the sidewalk.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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On top of preventing erosion, Okada said maintaining the trails will also prevent the spread of invasive species, which will then positively impact wildlife.—
Talia McWright,
Twin Cities,
21 Mar. 2026
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Regardless of what happens Saturday, A&M's first season under Bucky McMillan should be viewed positively.—
Tony Catalina,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Mar. 2026
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When a visitor arrives in a classroom, a classroom ambassador welcomes them, introduces himself and the subject being taught, and courteously asks for the visitor’s name and affiliation.—
Walter Fields,
Baltimore Sun,
10 Jan. 2026
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Family shocked to see him at restaurant After Duprey was found not guilty, he was civilly committed as a person who is mentally ill and dangerous to the public.—
Mara H. Gottfried,
Twin Cities,
2 Mar. 2026
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Such defendants must be released or civilly committed.—
Shelly Bradbury,
Denver Post,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Respectfully.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/respectfully. Accessed 24 Mar. 2026.
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