deference to

Examples (10)

• The committee showed great deference to the professor's expert opinion.
• He always speaks with deference to his grandparents.
• Out of deference to local customs, visitors were asked to dress modestly.
• We chose a quieter restaurant in deference to my mother's preference.
• The court often gives deference to the findings of the lower court.
• The junior senator acted with appropriate deference to the senior members of the party.
• His lack of deference to the chairman was shocking to everyone present.
• As a new employee, she showed considerable deference to her more experienced colleagues.
• The apprentice owes deference to the master craftsman's years of experience.
• The decision to postpone the event was made out of deference to the families affected by the tragedy.