respectful
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Yes, there are safeguards in place to ensure that our conversations remain safe and respectful.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026
"Recent reporting of the meeting is highly exaggerated and distorted," the Pentagon said on X. "The meeting between Pentagon and Vatican officials was a respectful and reasonable discussion."
From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026
The Pentagon called reports of the meeting “highly exaggerated and distorted,” saying it was “a respectful and reasonable discussion.”
From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026
“I think we see the world a lot in the same way of really being respectful of the tradition of what the Masters is, but also being willing to innovate,” Stacy said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026
“Well, then, I'm sure you'll agree that we can't just let him run off with a cake in his hands,” said Nok, trying her best to sound respectful.
From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat
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