show deference

Examples (10)

• The young apprentice always shows great deference to the master craftsman.
• In their culture, it's customary to show deference to one's elders.
• He showed deference to the judge by bowing his head slightly.
• Showing deference to the traditions of the host country is a diplomatic necessity.
• Don't forget to show deference to the visiting professor during her lecture.
• The new employees will be trained on how to show appropriate deference to senior management.
• She has consistently shown deference to her more experienced colleagues.
• Why must we show such deference to his outdated opinions?
• It is important that all members show deference to the chairman's final decision.
• His failure to show deference to the queen was considered a major social blunder.