Sentence examples for then polite from inspiring English sources
What had happened with the American Negro – the then polite word – was indeed a disgrace.
The principal suspense in this fascinating movie is generated by the polite, and then not so polite, ferocity of the arguments between the two men.
The diplomatic exchanges between France and America are now, as they were then, icily polite at best.
The regulars in each set greet one another, and then exchange polite but distant nods or smiles with the other two camps.
You didn't even let us speak when we tried to tell you things, but then being polite is maybe not that important for an inspector.
Then be polite, but ignore the advice, the empathy, and your uncle's offer to give your resume to his doorman.
An imaginary ring around the man remains empty, save for the occasional challenger who enters his personal space, usually with a smile that quickly fizzles into nervous laughter, then a polite exit from that area of the floor. .
If that were to happen, then the polite fiction of Russian non-involvement would come to a screeching halt, endangering all of Putin's political gains from the conflict.
If you're pretty sure she's not feeling it, then be polite but move on.
Men may hit on you, if you're not comfortable with this then be polite and say no thank you like the classy lady you are!
