as in manners
speech or behavior that is a sign of good breeding
the elderly gentleman comported himself with old-world, old-school mannerliness
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mannerliness
Noun
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This is not so much a question of good manners as good visibility.—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Mar. 2025 -
Minding your manners will make the trip better for everyone.—
Zach Wichter,
USA TODAY,
12 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The Renaissance ideal suggests a fine and cultured society, with its crowds of gay ladies and gentlemen devoted to the pleasures and elegances of life—which excites my admiration, but not my sympathies.—
Henry Wiencek
July 22,
Literary Hub,
22 July 2025
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This is the shift from being a coder to a code craftsperson—focusing on intentionality, experience, elegance and building systems that last.—
Deepa Shekhar,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
Noun
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The convergence of reason and gallantry, of irony and affection, struck a teasing tone.—
Merve Emre,
New Yorker,
16 June 2025
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Written with filmmaker Matt Yoka, Possession marries the Band’s Americana with T. Rex’s fuzzy glam, anchored by Segall’s always-stellar guitar gallantry.—
Dan Reilly,
Vulture,
20 May 2025
Noun
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The documentary features historic film footage of America’s first female soldiers courtesy of the National Archives and rare photos from family archives.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 July 2025
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Its roots are Cuban, with its impeccable production — courtesy of husband Emilio Estefan Jr. — bringing yesterday and today to the forefront through the voice of Latin music’s original groundbreaking diva.—
Leila Cobo,
Billboard,
18 July 2025
Noun
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In late June, Trump said his administration would establish a program to allow temporary passes for migrant workers in the farm and hospitality industries.—
Hannah Pinski,
The Courier-Journal,
18 July 2025
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Leisure and hospitality grew by 4,400 employees, while manufacturing increased by 2,500 workers.—
Cooper Gant,
Arkansas Online,
18 July 2025
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“Mannerliness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mannerliness. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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