How To Use Courteous In A Sentence

It would be unforgivably discourteous not to come down to dinner. SANDS OF TIME
Walking someone to the door will once again be considered a courteous gesture.
That famous voice is never more honeyed than when it's saying - in a courteous, roundabout way - ‘No.’
Rick Rubin's severe, thrashing beat to proper effect; Hov courteously brought his instant-quotation A-game for his label founder's return to rap. NPR Topics: News
He was always attentive to the need to maintain the highest standards, generous with his time and unfailingly courteous. Times, Sunday Times

We must be kind, courteous and responsible. Times, Sunday Times
It was translucent and obviously a ghost or a close variation of a specter, bowing at the young scientist courteously.
By this time other drivers behind us were likewise being highly discourteous with horns and headlights, displaying negative opinions on his ill considered manoeuvre.
I want to encourage such customers to complain and I want us to resolve those complaints quickly. courteously and efficiently.
Regardless of when you call, our representatives will be courteous and calm-so you can feel calm, too.
Whenever Mr Cockerell rings the bell some one in the butts courteously rings back.
There was no danger that Dr. May would not be kind and courteous to the young man himself. The Daisy Chain
They were respectful and courteous and asked my father's permission to speak to him alone.
Nimitz, calm in demeanor and courteous in speech, with blue eyes, a pink complexion, and tow-colored hair turning white, was a fortunate appointment.
Caroline died at Matta House on 10 July 1874, to be remembered as a clever, courageous, kind and courteous gentlewoman.
My memory will be of an unfailingly courteous, generous and lovable man who kept his powder dry but out of sight. Times, Sunday Times
The people are always courteous, no matter where you go. The Sun
Her heart beat quick and her face changed, yet she hastened, and was shod and stood up in knightly array by then he stayed his steps some five paces from her, and gave her the sele of the day in courteous wise; and she strove to think that he had not seen her, or at least noted her otherwise dight; yet her heart misgave her. The Water of the Wondrous Isles
The three daughters of my eldest daughter are rude, discourteous, and have never been disciplined.
He had to be a gentleman: clubbable, competent, courteous and fair; but he had also to be not so gentlemanly as to be lazy or independent of his master.
Here is a a more leisured pace of life and courteousness that are only a memory in the frantic bustle of Kuala Lumpur.
He was most courteous and extremely helpful. Times, Sunday Times
I want to encourage such customers to complain and I want us to resolve those complaints quickly. courteously and efficiently.
But you can at least be polite, courteous and respect the fact that your views are very different to theirs.
The Scout Law declares a Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent.
This busy restaurant is known for its home-made authentic Thai dishes and courteous service. Times, Sunday Times
Branca agreed; and thus the book reveals that "ever since, even as the goat endured public discourteousness for 60 years, he praised God, reciting every morning and night the "Our Father," a "Hail Mary" and a couplet of his own: "Make me worthy of your love; make my love worthy of you. Rabbi Joshua Hess: Ralph Branca: A Tale Of Two Faiths
Those who met him for the first time were surprised to find a charming, soft-spoken man with a ready smile and a courteous manner. Times, Sunday Times
The vast majority of HGV drivers drive carefully and courteously through these towns.
As we enter into dialogue with adherents of other religions, we must be courteous and kind. Christianity Today
Provoking a reaction through insults is discourteous. The Volokh Conspiracy » Discourteous to Wear American Flag Images on Cinco de Mayo?
They have been brilliant, courteous and always helpful. Times, Sunday Times
Without exception they are courteous and efficient in their efforts to ensure your stay is as perfect as possible.
Turkey reacted by demanding an apology over what it called the discourteous treatment of Celikkol, further souring ties between the two regional powers on the eve of a visit by Ehud Barak, Israel's defence minister. AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)
No charges were involved and the request was speedily dealt with in a courteous manner. Times, Sunday Times
I'll see you in 'ell first," came the retort courteous. COFFEE-HOUSES AND DOSS-HOUSES
My father was very polite, humble and courteous and people respected him for that. Times, Sunday Times
He was generous, courteous and chivalrous.
‘Mon demoiselle,’ Garnier said with the slightest hint of sadness, ‘Can you not be courteous to me for this one visit?’
But it so chanced, that Bello's crafts, one by one meeting the foe, in most cases found the canoes of Vivenza much larger than their own; and manned by more men, with hearts bold as theirs; whence, in the ship - duels that ensued, they were worsted; and the canoes of Vivenza, locking their yard-arms into those of the vanquished, very courteously gallanted them into their coral harbors. Mardi: and A Voyage Thither, Vol. II (of 2)
Despite his forthright views, however, he remains unfailingly courteous to the end.
Said my friend on GChat, who I was "courteously" keeping updated on my first experience with the game. Decision Paralysis, Or Why I Can't Get Out Of Vault 101
Pleasant, courteous and gracious, Noreen was devoted to her family and friends.
The goede vrouws were summoned before the magistrates and fined for their discourteous conduct.
I have always found their staff to be helpful, knowledgeable and courteous. Times, Sunday Times
The minister and his wife were as sincerely, duteously courteous. A Woman Named Smith
My friend's reply was courteous but firm.
He was always attentive to the need to maintain the highest standards, generous with his time and unfailingly courteous. Times, Sunday Times
Pleasant and courteous people are not necessarily honest and trustworthy. Dr T.P.Chia
A pleasant, courteous and gracious lady, Vera was highly thought of by all in the community.
It would be discourteous to ignore his request.
It struck me as being almost uncourteously decided. Framley Parsonage
A shrewd and learned editor, a patient mentor, and a courteous friend, his Boswell is a lasting memorial.
Women never say thank you when you are courteous and polite, only if you comment on their appearance.
Typically courteous, he began his acceptance speech by offering copious thanks to all and sundry.
Now divisional commanders have been told to crack down on any rudeness - and send discourteous staff to be retrained.
Pleasant and courteous people are not necessarily honest and trustworthy. Dr T.P.Chia
My friend's reply was courteous but firm.
A demob candidate less happy than McLeish would be hard to find, and though smiling, often joking and courteous as usual, there was no denying the sad state of mind which he is currently enduring.
He is the person than whom I can imagine no one more courteous.
Although the friendly Dominicans spoke courteously to one another while discussing the weather, their faces were strained and their voices quavered upon mention of the name Georges.
That will depend to a large extent on how courteous and considerate motorists are.
For the most part, car drivers and truckers are extremely courteous. The Sun
This again is so discourteous to your fellow patrons, and the performers, who are all quite distracted by your shuffling and stumbling in the dark.
He was the kindest and most courteous man. Times, Sunday Times
But both the bishop and the senator were thoughtful for them and when they came tardily to the board they found the group close about the old commodore, their own places saved and the judge and the general sustaining the squire's rather peppery assertion to the courteous but vilely inconvincible commodore, that certain new laws of Congress must be upheld with all the national power, Gideon's Band A Tale of the Mississippi
He was a nice fellow, very quiet and courteous.
They have been brilliant, courteous and always helpful. Times, Sunday Times
Golf has so many courteous practices that it deserves its reputation as a gentlemanly game. Times, Sunday Times
Rule 6: A blanket rule; being courteous is probably applicable in most f2f and online situations. G is for Grice (and his Maxims) « An A-Z of ELT
But Matty had an English tongue in her head, -- a courteous, which is to say a confiding, address with strangers; she seemed almost to be conferring a favor at the moment when she asked one, and she knew, in this business, that there was no such word as fail. The Brick Moon, and Other Stories
Adjarians are polite and courteous under most circumstances, even when they are bargaining at a bazaar (market).
They were very courteous and helpful and I tried to be respectful by covering my hair with a black scarf.
Think-tanks are all very well, but Stock Takes has noticed the tendency for discussions of economic matters online, where the lack of physical proximity encourages participants toward discourteousness, to quickly become septic rather than thoughtful. Undefined
He's even courteous a lot of the time - at least when he's not apoplectic with rage - particularly to women, and he's passingly kind to the pet dog.
However Theodore acknowledges that it might be the case that it's not hat-wearing that makes a man civil, dapper and courteous; it could be civility, dapperness and courtesy that make a man wear a hat.
My father was very polite, humble and courteous and people respected him for that. Times, Sunday Times
Who then was gleeful but the knight, and strange it was to see all his sorrow run off him; and he became glad and gamesome as a youth, and yet withal exceeding courteous and kind with her, as though he were serving a mighty queen. The Water of the Wondrous Isles
But shop assistants insisted the star was polite and courteous throughout her visit.
Golf has so many courteous practices that it deserves its reputation as a gentlemanly game. Times, Sunday Times
My father was very polite, humble and courteous and people respected him for that. Times, Sunday Times
The hotel staff are friendly and courteous.
Neat moustache, conservative suit, courteous manner. Times, Sunday Times
Those who met him for the first time were surprised to find a charming, soft-spoken man with a ready smile and a courteous manner. Times, Sunday Times
`I was concerned with other matters and so feel that, quite unintentionally, I was discourteous to you. TANK OF SERPENTS
As a man he is high-spirited and energetic, always ready to fight for his Sultan, his country and, especially, his Faith: courteous and affable, rarely failing in temperance of mind and self-respect, self-control and self-command: hospitable to the stranger, attached to his fellow citizens, submissive to superiors and kindly to inferiors — if such classes exist: Eastern despotisms have arrived nearer the idea of equality and fraternity than any republic yet invented. The Book of The Thousand Nights And A Night
But I will forget him, and give my hand to the courteous Umbra; he is a fine man indeed, but the soft creature bows below my apron-string before he takes it; but after the first ceremonies, he is as familiar as my physician, and his insignificancy makes me half ready to complain to him of all I would to my doctor. The Tatler, Volume 1, 1899
I have written since that time occasional pieces accepted by a procession of editors, none more encouraging or courteous than Ed Skillin.
I remember being struck, the few times I met him, by how courteous his manner was.
She rose, proffered a courteous and gentle abrazo, a quick peck on each of my cheeks, and merged into the evening.
I was offended by his discourteous reply.
He was most courteous and extremely helpful. Times, Sunday Times
The service is quick, courteous and attentive without becoming overpowering.
After a courteous parting from Lycidas, the poet and his two friends repair to the orchard, where Demeter is being gratified with the first-fruits of harvest and vintaging. Theocritus Bion and Moschus Rendered into English Prose
I have always found their staff to be helpful, knowledgeable and courteous. Times, Sunday Times
My role as assistant editor during his tenure was made immeasurably easier by his tireless capacity for work, his searing intelligence and his courteous good humour. Times, Sunday Times
Usually, there are well-informed salespersons at the venue, to courteously help you make the right choice, and who even suggest suitable styles.
Israel Israel on Tuesday over what it called the discourteous treatment of its minister, has issued a special statement of apology for his treatment of the ambassador to Israel. WN.com - Articles related to Russia, China, Iran redraw energy map
It was discourteous of you to arrive late.
They guarded their opponents courteously, looked for unchallenged spaces to catch the ball, and settled for long-range heaves.
He was an odd mixture of awkwardness and complacency, a desire to be courteous struggling with a desire to show his independence; he had no ease of manner, no bonhomie, but a gruff and ugly kind of jocosity, which I am sure was not really natural to him, but was his protest against the possibility of my considering him to be shy. The Silent Isle
It seemed discourteous to be so transparent -- and yet her thoughts about Peter were also those of love. INSTANCES OF THE NUMBER 3
It can flourish only when there are still occasional pockets of the population who behave well – that is to say courteously, decorously and without leaving glistening lumps ofphlegm wherever they go – to replenish the stocks during the day. Lucy Mangan: The sound of the suburbs
Many adults automatically view teenagers as rude, obnoxious, and discourteous.
If that's what you call courteous, I'd hate to see what you consider rude. A Veiled Journey
Where is Isabel, the courteous, the conversable, a sister in kindness? Chronicles of the Canongate
It seemed discourteous to be so transparent -- and yet her thoughts about Peter were also those of love. INSTANCES OF THE NUMBER 3
What shall I do with a thief who is not courteous enough to betake himself to the police station at my humble request?
Accept that you have come to an impasse or that you agree to disagree, and bid a courteous adieu.
[292] The retort courteous, if not even the countercheck quarrelsome, A History of the French Novel, Vol. 2 To the Close of the 19th Century
My father was very polite, humble and courteous and people respected him for that. Times, Sunday Times
Her heart beat quick and her face changed, yet she hastened, and was shod and stood up in knightly array by then he stayed his steps some five paces from her, and gave her the sele of the day in courteous wise; and she strove to think that he had not seen her, or at least noted her otherwise dight; yet her heart misgave her. The Water of the Wondrous Isles
All say he is a perfect gentleman, courteous and charming. Times, Sunday Times
According to the customer survey, 6% said employees were unhelpful and discourteous.
A quiet and courteous presence, his manner was invariably encouraging. Times, Sunday Times
Arriving so late for the function is nothing short of being discourteous to your guests.
Prince was doughtier than he, sheathed his scymitar and stood till the young man came up to him, when he accosted him courteously and said to him, “O youth, art thou a man or a Jinni?” The Book of The Thousand Nights And A Night
He picked them up and courteously enquired of the young woman sitting closest with her boyfriend if they were hers.
One should not be arrogant or insolent but rather be kind, considerate and courteous towards them.
-The venerable Pipiltin says that we are open for suggestions but we wish to keep our millenary tradition alive --says the slave in a courteous tone. Marga Britto: A Brief 'History' of Day of the Dead
She explained to the publican that this was a great English knight travelling from the Monastery to the court of Scotland, after having paid his vows to Saint Mary, and that she had been directed to conduct him so far on the road; and that Ball, her palfrey, had fallen by the way, because he had been over-wrought with carrying home the last melder of meal to the portioner of Langhope; and that she had turned in Ball to graze in the Tasker's park, near Cripplecross, for he had stood as still as Lot's wife with very weariness; and that the knight had courteously insisted she should ride behind him, and that she had brought him to her kend friend's hostelry rather than to proud Peter The Monastery
To be firm and remain courteous is the great art, especially when you feel threatened or are greatly provoked.
Most discourteous cell phone culprits are inherently ill-mannered.
The Profitboss is sincerely courteous, taking a genuine interest in whoever he meets.
He was a courteous and intelligent man who did not want me to see his fear. The Tribes Triumphant
Although courteous and well informed, the questioning is invariably sharp and penetrative, determined to deliver the best to the reader.
With the park and fly package a courteous and efficient valet service takes care of it until you return. The Sun
And when the usual "monomachy" began, he singled out the burliest and boldest knight whom he saw, rode up to him, lance point in air, and courteously asked him to come and be killed in fair fight. Hereward, the Last of the English
Whatever his problem may be, he does not belong in a service occupation if he cannot act in a civil and courteous manner toward his guests.
In the meane time, the people called Silures, being a verie fierce kind of men, and valiant, prepared to make warre against the Romans, for they might not be bowed neither with roughnesse, nor yet with any courteous handling, so that they were to be tamed by an armie of legionarie souldiers to be brought among them. Chronicles (1 of 6): The Historie of England (4 of 8) The Fovrth Booke Of The Historie Of England
Overflowing with affection to his friends, and showing it in all kinds of unconventional and unexpected instances, keeping to the last a kind of youthful freshness as if he had never yet realised that he was not a boy, and shrunk from the formality and donnishness of grown-up life, he was the most refined and thoughtful of gentlemen, and in the midst of the fierce party battles of his day, with all his strong feeling of the tremendous significance of the strife, always a courteous and considerate opponent. Occasional Papers Selected from the Guardian, the Times, and the Saturday Review, 1846-1890
This gambit is particularly effective when your interviewer courteously neglects to probe you on your ‘Come to Jesus’ transformation.
They enjoin members to be ‘gentle and compassionate, kind and courteous’.
Gregory Nalbone, a native-born New Yorker, whom you see here photographed from the other, more courteous direction (above), is also a bona fide model, trying to make his way in the toughest and most competitive market that exists for members of that profession, evidently with some considerable success, though not enough to be free from the modern equivalent of indentured labor at The Eagle. Archive 2009-01-01
And Reagan looked at him not uncourteously and said, "What are you doing here? Dossier: The Secret History of Armand Hammer
The 'contadino' is middle-aged & like the rest of the peasants -- that is to say, brown, handsome, good-natured, courteous, & entirely independent without making any offensive show of it. Mark Twain, a Biography. Complete
People were unfailingly courteous and showed great sympathy - but throughout, all eyes were firmly on Abu Dhabi.
Insult was added to injury in that the oppressor was no knight in shining armour, but a very churl of men; to the courteous and cultured Irishman a "bodach Sassenach," a man of low blood, of low cunning, caring only for the things of the body, with no veneration for the things of the spirit -- with, in fine, no music in his soul. The Crime Against Europe A Possible Outcome of the War of 1914
Actually I remember him as courteous and helpful. Times, Sunday Times
She was very courteous and polite. The Sun
As we enter into dialogue with adherents of other religions, we must be courteous and kind. Christianity Today
Those who met him for the first time were surprised to find a charming, soft-spoken man with a ready smile and a courteous manner. Times, Sunday Times
A gracious and courteous lady, she had a kind word for all and was devoted to her family.
In fact he was courteous and rather formal. Times, Sunday Times
Then he nodded courteously to me and walked off to perform his unpleasant duty.
What’s discourteous is to expect the host country and its citizens to disown its own symbols at any time and any place. The Volokh Conspiracy » Disagreement Need Not Equal Discourtesy
It's up to the travel industry to take the first steps toward solving this epidemic of discourteousness.
The alcaide returned a courteous answer, offering the princess and her train the shelter of the castle, but saying that he had not the power to release them. Historical Tales - The Romance of Reality - Volume VII
It said the reprimand made it Israel on Tuesday over what it called the discourteous treatment of its minister of fueling anti-Semitism with his criticism of Israel, officials said Tuesday, threatening to spark a Israel and Turkey have indicated that they have overcome the diplomatic row between their countries and are working for better relations peace in the region and using disproportionate force against Palestinians. WN.com - Articles related to Zardari books fast train to Turkey
He is appalled at the lack of courteous response and civil helpfulness that he took for granted in his younger life.
Set a good example with your courteous behavior toward the parents of kids on the other team.
Naranjo, the public defender, said he never had a problem with Nellessen, whom he described as soft-spoken, courteous and polite. Chicagotribune.com - News
Feeling that ordinary language is insufficient to convey his _courteous_ and _chivalrous_ sentiments, he ransacks natural history in search of a sublime metaphor: his triumphant success he records in this beautifully expressed sentence -- "The dilating power of the anaconda and the gizzard of the cassowary are the highest objects of his ambition. Lands of the Slave and the Free Cuba, the United States, and Canada
This busy restaurant is known for its home-made authentic Thai dishes and courteous service. Times, Sunday Times
But he was ever hendy [amiable, kindly, courteous] to me. In Convent Walls The Story of the Despensers
Be peaceful, be courteous, obey the law, respect everyone; but if someone puts his hand on you, send him to the cemetery. Malcolm X
I've always been impressed by the fact that my readers generally disport themselves in a courteous and civilized fashion.
When things proceed to French kissing, most women prefer a tongue that initially probes and teases, as if courteously requesting entry, rather than a slobbery ram-raider. Home | Mail Online
To make his own intentions clear would be discourteous to his employers, so he offers no firm clue as to whether he may consider voluntarily leaving when his contract is up.
Mrs. Makebelieve understood also that the big man's action was merely his energetic surrender, as of one who, instead of tendering his sword courteously to the victor, hurls it at him with a malediction; and that in assaulting their friend he was bidding them farewell as heartily and impressively as he was able. Mary, Mary
With the park and fly package a courteous and efficient valet service takes care of it until you return. The Sun
A polite, courteous, almost lavender man, he seems the model of bourgeois propriety.
She is also usually level-headed, pleasant, intelligent and courteous.
And there were other things in our companionship that took strong hold of my mind: to discourse and jest with him; to indulge in courteous exchanges; to read pleasant books together; to trifle together; to be earnest together; to differ at times without ill-humor, as a man might do with himself, and even through these infrequent dissensions to find zest in our more frequent agreements; sometimes teaching, sometimes being taught; longing for someone absent with impatience and welcoming the homecomer with joy. Confessions and Enchiridion, newly translated and edited by Albert C. Outler
He courteously includes any stray whim that floats through his mind, however original or trite, and lets it dart away without probing further.
Remember always that your obligation is to encourage students to behave civilly and courteously.
It would be discourteous to ignore his request.
If I disagree with their ideas or behavior, I will do so courteously, without personal attack.
Israel on Tuesday over what it called the discourteous treatment of its diplomatic row between the two military allies sparked by a television show and snubbed him Israeli ... WN.com - Articles related to Turkey and Kingdom call on Israel to halt settlements
Noise, drunkenness, bad manners, rude and discourteous conduct and reckless driving will all raise their ugly heads, whatever we do.
He pushed uncourteously past the young man and went out. The Romance Of Giovanni Calvotti From Coals Of Fire And Other Stories, Volume II. (of III.)
Then he bared his head in courteous acknowledgement of youth and beauty, with an apology for his seeming intrusion. Hagar's Daughter: A Story of Southern Caste Prejudice
Mr. Greg begins with what he calls a retort courteous. Lectures and Essays
Friends thought him charming, courteous and shrewd, and admired his ability to recite poetry. Times, Sunday Times
Bowling unhindered through the Suffolk verdure, Peel offers a courteous monologue on the local environment.
He was courteous, polished, respectful and kept an eye out for us, which was good, since he would be with us for the next three days.
Remember to curtsey or bow, and be polite and courteous to everyone.
When I told him of Father M'Fadden's courteous hospitality, he said, "I am very glad you took that glass he offered. Ireland Under Coercion (2nd ed.) (1 of 2) (1888)
I think the committee as a whole was very courteous in accommodating all this but drew the line when this began to detract from the functioning of the committee. Archive 2008-04-29
Even their curiosity about the sudden influx into their midst of rather ignorant white and black Northerners was restrained and courteous.
According to the customer survey, 6% said employees were unhelpful and discourteous.
Friends thought him charming, courteous and shrewd, and admired his ability to recite poetry. Times, Sunday Times
_Charity suffereth long_ -- μακροθυμει -- it bears patiently with other men's defects of temper, discourteousness of behaviour, and awkwardness of manner; and is _kind_, gentle, and obliging -- χρηστευεται. Advice to a Young Man upon First Going to Oxford In Ten Letters, From an Uncle to His Nephew
When I came to her, I saw nought dreadful or ugsome about her: she was cheerful of countenance and courteous of demeanour, and greeted me kindly as one neighbour in the street of Wulstead might do to another. The Well at the World's End: a tale
So if you are going to ask another group to allow you to play through them, do so in a courteous manner and at a convenient time in the round.
Readers can, no doubt, multiply the examples, for discourteousness appears in countless forms.
Here, you can laze on a beach lounger attended to by courteous, but discreet, staff, or paddle or swim in the tepid turquoise water.
She is also usually level-headed, pleasant, intelligent and courteous.
Your prompt and uncourteous sword-in-hand attendance on the sovereign is no longer necessary, and would be as unbeseeming as your old-fashioned serving-men, with their badges, broadswords, and bucklers, would be at a court-mask. The Fortunes of Nigel
He is appalled at the lack of courteous response and civil helpfulness that he took for granted in his younger life.
When candles are brought into the tent at night, the servant wishes the company a good evening: he says "_M'sah elkhere_," the literal meaning of which is "_Good be with you this evening_;" which salutation it is courteous to return, even to a slave; and if any one, however great his rank, were not to return it, he would be considered a bad muselman, a disaffected and inhospitable barbarian. An Account of Timbuctoo and Housa Territories in the Interior of Africa
Village shoppers gave courteous precedence to a visiting foreigner: perhaps they were only in there to gossip. MOONDROP TO MURDER
This ignorant attitude reigning supreme is unfounded and discourteous.
I hope the matches this week are close, competitive and courteous.
Be courteous to all, but intimate with few, and let those few be well tried before you give them your confidence. George Washington
Courteous traders offered skins and pelts, robes and carpets.
But, a simple, "Por favor, plancha esta ropa hoy" is clear and courteous, too. Favors, requests and ORDERS
My father was very polite, humble and courteous and people respected him for that. Times, Sunday Times
As we enter into dialogue with adherents of other religions, we must be courteous and kind. Christianity Today
Noise, drunkenness, bad manners, rude and discourteous conduct and reckless driving will all raise their ugly heads, whatever we do.

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