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Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
1 | 99% | 7 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 33% | 10 | Polite but not overly refined | |
3 | 33% | 9 | Being overly polite and courteous | |
Overly Polite Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "GENTEEL" which means:
- adjective satellite
- • Marked by refinement in taste and manners adjective
- • Affectedly proper or refined; somewhat prudish refinement; excessively polite.
- • Polite and well-mannered.
- • Stylish or elegant.
- • Aristocratic
An example sentence would be:
- • "She spoke in a genteel manner, using polite and courteous language."
- • "The genteel lady wore an elegant dress and carried a stylish handbag."
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The Guardian Quick03 Jun 2010 | Across 9 | |
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