Courtesy
noun
Polite behavior and respect shown towards others.
He showed great courtesy towards his guests
Often appears as...
- common courtesy
- extend a courtesy
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Formal
noun
Something done or given out of politeness or generosity.
Free refreshments were provided as a courtesy
Often appears as...
- courtesy call
- courtesy car
noun
A curtsy, a respectful bow made by women and girls.
She made a courtesy before the king
Often appears as...
- courtesy to the queen
- make a courtesy
noun
Polite behavior and respect shown towards others.
He showed great courtesy towards his guests
Often appears as...
- common courtesy
- extend a courtesy
Usage tips
Formal
noun
Something done or given out of politeness or generosity.
Free refreshments were provided as a courtesy
Often appears as...
- courtesy call
- courtesy car
noun
A curtsy, a respectful bow made by women and girls.
She made a courtesy before the king
Often appears as...
- courtesy to the queen
- make a courtesy
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Pro Tip 1/3Context Sensitive
Use 'courtesy' in formal and polite social settings to describe respectful behavior.
At the dinner, his courtesy impressed the dignitaries.
Pro Tip 2/3Expectation Based
In some cultures, 'courtesy' might be expected in certain situations like greeting elders.
In our family, courtesy demands we stand when elders enter.
Pro Tip 3/3Beyond Manners
'Courtesy' implies deeper respect, not just polite manners or etiquette.
He listened with courtesy, showing true respect for their opinions.
Pro Tip 1/3Context Sensitive
Use 'courtesy' in formal and polite social settings to describe respectful behavior.
At the dinner, his courtesy impressed the dignitaries.
Pro Tip 2/3Expectation Based
In some cultures, 'courtesy' might be expected in certain situations like greeting elders.
In our family, courtesy demands we stand when elders enter.
Pro Tip 3/3Beyond Manners
'Courtesy' implies deeper respect, not just polite manners or etiquette.
He listened with courtesy, showing true respect for their opinions.
Pro Tip 1/3Context Sensitive
Use 'courtesy' in formal and polite social settings to describe respectful behavior.
At the dinner, his courtesy impressed the dignitaries.
Pro Tip 2/3Expectation Based
In some cultures, 'courtesy' might be expected in certain situations like greeting elders.
In our family, courtesy demands we stand when elders enter.
Pro Tip 3/3Beyond Manners
'Courtesy' implies deeper respect, not just polite manners or etiquette.
He listened with courtesy, showing true respect for their opinions.
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and positive emotions, and the evidence suggests that daydreaming can help people envision ways to reach their goals and navigate relationships and social situations. Scientists think there may be two essential parts to this a generative phase of free-flowing ideas and spontaneous thoughts, courtesy of the default mode network,
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How changing your story...
Many of our stories are about feeling trapped, right? We feel imprisoned by our families, our jobs, our relationships, our pasts. Sometimes, we even imprison ourselves with a narrative of self-flagellation -- I know you guys all know these stories. The "everyone's life is better than mine" story, courtesy of social media.
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Everything you need to...
into their homes with generosity for fear that the strangers might be gods in disguise. This ancient code of hospitality was called xenia. It involved hosts providing their guests with safety, food, and comfort, and the guests returning the favor with courtesy and gifts if they had them.
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Advocating for gender...
smoke courtesy of his misogynist advisers was the trigger for calling attention to the UN's deplorable record on gender as it happens my co-director an aids-free world Paula Donovan had put forward the year before for the first time in the annals of multilateralism
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Uncommon History of...
nearly seven billion of us on the planet we must all be on our very best behavior please I'm counting on each and every one of you to exercise common courtesy thank you an uncommon history of common courtesy how manners shaped the world is available now
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Elon Musk: A future...
that can't profitably be made now but could be made in that world, courtesy of legions of robots. Yeah. It will be a world of abundance. The only scarcity that will exist in the future is that which we decide to create ourselves as humans.
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Nicolas Perony: Puppies!...
I would like to conclude on what this means for the whole species. When the dominant female gives way to a subordinate, it's not out of courtesy. In fact, the dominant female is extremely important for the cohesion of the group.
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Mysteries of vernacular:...
referring to citizens of higher social standing. Through a process known as syncopation, both words lost their internal sounds to become lord and lady, respectively. Though still an expression of courtesy, lady has since moved
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How racism makes us sick...
that captures experiences like you're treated with less courtesy than others, you receive poorer service than others in restaurants or stores, or people act as if they're afraid of you. This scale captures
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Why do we pass gas? -...
The amount and type can vary based on your diet and the bacteria in your intestine. Exercise social courtesy while passing gas, and do try to forgive your bacteria. They're only trying to be helpful.
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The benefits of...
and positive emotions, and the evidence suggests that daydreaming can help people envision ways to reach their goals and navigate relationships and social situations. Scientists think there may be two essential parts to this a generative phase of free-flowing ideas and spontaneous thoughts, courtesy of the default mode network,
Video examples
How changing your story...
Many of our stories are about feeling trapped, right? We feel imprisoned by our families, our jobs, our relationships, our pasts. Sometimes, we even imprison ourselves with a narrative of self-flagellation -- I know you guys all know these stories. The "everyone's life is better than mine" story, courtesy of social media.
Video examples
Everything you need to...
into their homes with generosity for fear that the strangers might be gods in disguise. This ancient code of hospitality was called xenia. It involved hosts providing their guests with safety, food, and comfort, and the guests returning the favor with courtesy and gifts if they had them.
Video examples
Advocating for gender...
smoke courtesy of his misogynist advisers was the trigger for calling attention to the UN's deplorable record on gender as it happens my co-director an aids-free world Paula Donovan had put forward the year before for the first time in the annals of multilateralism
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Uncommon History of...
nearly seven billion of us on the planet we must all be on our very best behavior please I'm counting on each and every one of you to exercise common courtesy thank you an uncommon history of common courtesy how manners shaped the world is available now
Video examples
Elon Musk: A future...
that can't profitably be made now but could be made in that world, courtesy of legions of robots. Yeah. It will be a world of abundance. The only scarcity that will exist in the future is that which we decide to create ourselves as humans.
Video examples
Nicolas Perony: Puppies!...
I would like to conclude on what this means for the whole species. When the dominant female gives way to a subordinate, it's not out of courtesy. In fact, the dominant female is extremely important for the cohesion of the group.
Video examples
Mysteries of vernacular:...
referring to citizens of higher social standing. Through a process known as syncopation, both words lost their internal sounds to become lord and lady, respectively. Though still an expression of courtesy, lady has since moved
Video examples
How racism makes us sick...
that captures experiences like you're treated with less courtesy than others, you receive poorer service than others in restaurants or stores, or people act as if they're afraid of you. This scale captures
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Why do we pass gas? -...
The amount and type can vary based on your diet and the bacteria in your intestine. Exercise social courtesy while passing gas, and do try to forgive your bacteria. They're only trying to be helpful.
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Ann Widdecombe
British Politician
We have no blasphemy laws these days but with that freedom comes the responsibility which should always attend the exercise of free speech: truth, courtesy and an awareness of impact. It is the last of these which is so neglected by so much modern comedy.
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Xun Kuang
Chinese Philosopher
Therefore, a person should first be changed by a teacher's instructions, and guided by principles of ritual. Only then can he observe the rules of courtesy and humility, obey the conventions and rules of society, and achieve order.
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Jools Holland
English Musician
I've met the Queen a couple of times, and she's been delightful. In fact, I often find myself thinking: 'What would the Queen do in this situation? Write a thank-you note? Yes, I'll do that.' She's all about courtesy.
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Moa Kikuchi
Japanese Musician
I was told that karate has a courtesy: 'Start with a bow and end with a bow.' This is something important we value in our lives, because we never forget courtesy and a feeling of gratitude wherever we go.
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Kent McCord
American Actor
Friends, near or far, are important to us. All of ours have an awareness of other persons' feelings, a courtesy that's inevitable. When I find that consideration in a fan, I'm immediately impressed.
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Saint Basil
Greek Saint
A tree is known by its fruit; a man by his deeds. A good deed is never lost; he who sows courtesy reaps friendship, and he who plants kindness gathers love.
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Tim Kaine
American Politician
I'm not going to give a courtesy gift to a person who's going to win, and I'm not going to give a sympathy gift to a person who's going to lose.
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Joseph B. Wirthlin
American Businessman
Occasionally, family members treat each other with less courtesy and kindness than they do acquaintances or even strangers.
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Yo Yo Honey Singh
Indian Musician
I'd never disrespect women. I have been brought up to treat women with courtesy and dignity.
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Theodore Roosevelt
American President
Courtesy is as much a mark of a gentleman as courage.
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Ann Widdecombe
British Politician
We have no blasphemy laws these days but with that freedom comes the responsibility which should always attend the exercise of free speech: truth, courtesy and an awareness of impact. It is the last of these which is so neglected by so much modern comedy.
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Xun Kuang
Chinese Philosopher
Therefore, a person should first be changed by a teacher's instructions, and guided by principles of ritual. Only then can he observe the rules of courtesy and humility, obey the conventions and rules of society, and achieve order.
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Jools Holland
English Musician
I've met the Queen a couple of times, and she's been delightful. In fact, I often find myself thinking: 'What would the Queen do in this situation? Write a thank-you note? Yes, I'll do that.' She's all about courtesy.
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Moa Kikuchi
Japanese Musician
I was told that karate has a courtesy: 'Start with a bow and end with a bow.' This is something important we value in our lives, because we never forget courtesy and a feeling of gratitude wherever we go.
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Kent McCord
American Actor
Friends, near or far, are important to us. All of ours have an awareness of other persons' feelings, a courtesy that's inevitable. When I find that consideration in a fan, I'm immediately impressed.
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Saint Basil
Greek Saint
A tree is known by its fruit; a man by his deeds. A good deed is never lost; he who sows courtesy reaps friendship, and he who plants kindness gathers love.
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Tim Kaine
American Politician
I'm not going to give a courtesy gift to a person who's going to win, and I'm not going to give a sympathy gift to a person who's going to lose.
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Joseph B. Wirthlin
American Businessman
Occasionally, family members treat each other with less courtesy and kindness than they do acquaintances or even strangers.
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Yo Yo Honey Singh
Indian Musician
I'd never disrespect women. I have been brought up to treat women with courtesy and dignity.
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Theodore Roosevelt
American President
Courtesy is as much a mark of a gentleman as courage.
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