have breeding

Frequency: 5.03.2 per million words

to possess the qualities of a polite and well-mannered person

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Examples (10)

  • The young man clearly has breeding.
  • Despite her humble origins, she has the breeding of a true aristocrat.
  • He may be wealthy, but he doesn't have the breeding to fit in with high society.
  • It was evident from his calm demeanor that he had breeding.
  • She has the kind of breeding that makes everyone feel at ease in her presence.
  • They are looking for a candidate who not only is skilled but also has breeding.
  • If he had more breeding, he would know not to interrupt others.
  • One could tell from his refined manners and quiet confidence that he had breeding.
  • Her good breeding was apparent to all, though she never spoke of her family.
  • To succeed in that circle, you need to have not just money, but also breeding.