listen politely
Frequency: 7.010.5 per million words
to listen as a matter of good manners
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- 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.