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as in properly
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as in politely
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decorously
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This timing is meant to ensure the pill absorbs properly, McCoy explained.—
Jenna Anderson, Health, 7 Jan. 2026
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Keep in mind that firm menstrual cups are more likely to open properly after being inserted.—
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As seen in a video shared to X by Lizzie Robinson of ITV, the Princess of Wales politely said hello to a patient there, asked her name and made the connection between the woman and William, the heir to the throne.—
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Fear, hunger and repression did not stop politely at national borders.—
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Payamps only made two appearances in Atlanta this season after being claimed off waivers and performed decently, allowing one run in 2 2/3 innings pitched.—
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Long has another double-digit tackling game and the Rams defense plays decently in the first half, but the ineptitude of the CSU offense remains an Achilles’ heel.—
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Princess Bride is superbly planned and deferentially orchestrated — its theme fits its telling.—
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The glorious sweep of progress toward Roman civilization and prosperity means the end of an idyllic, virtuously rustic Golden Age.—
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The training covers how to respectfully engage with participants, how to use the mobile survey app and an overview of the counting process.—
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Aisha kept her eyes respectfully averted.—
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Even so, more than 70% of teens have used AI companions and half use them regularly, according to a recent study from Common Sense Media, a nonprofit that studies and advocates for using screens and digital media sensibly.—
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The inexperienced head coach has sensibly made only minor tweaks since taking over, sticking with the compact, direct football that has served Brentford so well.—
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Both kept a deliberately low profile, arriving discreetly and leaving without attending the pub after-party in central London.—
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The metallic gold facets discreetly resemble a disco ball, which makes your most basic dark-wash denim feel much more fun.—
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“Decorously.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decorously. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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