listen politely

Frequency: 7.010.5 per million words

to listen as a matter of good manners

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Examples (10)

  • We listened politely to his stories, even though they were quite long.
  • She always listens politely to everyone, regardless of their opinion.
  • The students were taught to listen politely when the teacher was speaking.
  • Although bored, he continued to listen politely to the speaker's lengthy presentation.
  • It's important to listen politely and allow others to finish their thoughts.
  • The ambassador listened politely to the delegate's concerns, nodding occasionally.
  • Even if you disagree, you should always listen politely to different viewpoints.
  • He had to listen politely as his grandmother recounted the same anecdote for the fifth time.
  • Will you please listen politely for a moment while I explain?
  • A good host knows how to listen politely to all their guests.