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Civility

/səˈvɪləti/
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(noun) Speech or behaviour that is fit for civil interactions; politeness, courtesy.

She answered him with cold civility.
One step forward is a step towards civility.
CEFR Practice Quiz
We should always treat each other with respect and basic ____ today.

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