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as in kindness
an act of kind assistance
did me the courtesy of loaning me his jacket
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2
as in gesture
an act or utterance that is a customary show of good manners
the greeting "How are you?" is often intended as no more than a courtesy
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as in attentiveness
speech or behavior that is a sign of good breeding
a woman who responds to every situation with courtesy and kindness
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Recent Examples of courtesy
Published on April 21, 2025 By Viju Mathew Photo : Neil Fraser, courtesy of RM Sotheby's
Photo : Neil Fraser, courtesy of RM Sotheby's
At its final professional race, the 1000 Km of Spa in 2010, chassis No. 109 was knocked out of contention after hitting a wall on the 82nd lap.
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Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 21 Apr. 2025
To combat claims that the issuance of the Feb. 14 letter may have violated procedural rules, including by not offering an opportunity for public comment before implementation, Kambli argued that the department only issued the letter as a courtesy to schools.
—Christine Condon, Baltimore Sun, 20 Apr. 2025
Matty James rescued a point for Phil Parkinson’s men, who nevertheless surrendered second spot courtesy of Wycombe’s 2-0 victory at Bolton Wanderers.
—Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 19 Apr. 2025
United were purposeful and tenacious from the start and cruised to an early lead courtesy of a splendid solo goal from Bizet in the sixth minute.
—Megan Feringa, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
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Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 21 Apr. 2025
To combat claims that the issuance of the Feb. 14 letter may have violated procedural rules, including by not offering an opportunity for public comment before implementation, Kambli argued that the department only issued the letter as a courtesy to schools.
—Christine Condon, Baltimore Sun, 20 Apr. 2025
Matty James rescued a point for Phil Parkinson’s men, who nevertheless surrendered second spot courtesy of Wycombe’s 2-0 victory at Bolton Wanderers.
—Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 19 Apr. 2025
United were purposeful and tenacious from the start and cruised to an early lead courtesy of a splendid solo goal from Bizet in the sixth minute.
—Megan Feringa, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for courtesy
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At the time of publication, the video of her efforts has been watched over 228,000 times, with users flocking to offer words of kindness in the comments section.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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Becky’s independence, kindness, determination and beauty will live on through her forever.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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The image depicts Trump — who is not Catholic — seated on an gilded chair, dressed in white papal vestments and headdress, with one finger raised, in a gesture that evokes Christ and other religious figures’ hand symbols in Christian iconography.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
4 May 2025
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The gesture served as a precursor for the celebration that followed.—
Ben Pickman,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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But Fraser retains her cocked eyebrow, ever aware that the pomp is in service of a product for which demand has been calculatingly manufactured.—
Rachel Syme,
New Yorker,
4 May 2025
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So, for me, making music has always been about being in service of God, of humanity.—
Steve Baltin,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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This is not so much a question of good manners as good visibility.—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Mar. 2025
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Leighton said being respectful of the flight crew, keeping your stuff in order, disposing of your trash responsibly, and just generally minding your manners make the flying experience more pleasant for everyone.—
Zach Wichter,
USA TODAY,
12 Mar. 2025
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Erie Meyer, former chief technologist at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, resigned in February after DOGE members began asking for data privileges.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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Parents have the privilege and opportunity to establish the foundation for leadership by encouraging autonomy, nurturing leader identity, and making room for failure, learning, and growth.—
Ruth Oh Reitmeier,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Ellie accepts the decision with grace and equanimity.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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That is, the papal state gave him the grace to be even more united to the people, over and above his low profile, a warm person.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Foster a Climate That Is Inclusive, Not Exclusive There is a back story to Crazy Horse's battlefield gallantry.—
Chip Bell,
Forbes,
14 Dec. 2024
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Great gallantry April 5th is known as Go for Broke Day.—
Kurt Snibbe,
Oc Register,
3 Apr. 2025
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The ultimate indulgence on the menu is some precious leisure time in the middle of the day.—
Oset Babür-Winter,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 May 2025
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From May 2–4, Harbour Club will be activating at the Miami International Autodrome, immersing guests in a high-octane, high-luxury experience featuring prime views, next-level dining, and signature indulgences courtesy of a’Riva and Nikai — including Chef Michele’s famed pistachio gelato.—
Erica Wertheim Zohar,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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“Courtesy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/courtesy. Accessed 11 May. 2025.
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