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Politeness, n: The most acceptable hypocrisy.


Ambrose Bierce
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For me, politeness is a sine qua non of civilization.


Robert A. Heinlein
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Ceremonies are different in every country, but true politeness is everywhere the same.


Oliver Goldsmith
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Politeness is a desire to be treated politely, and to be esteemed polite oneself.


Francois de La Rochefoucauld
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It is wise to apply the oil of refined politeness to the mechanism of friendship.


Sidonie Gabrielle Colette
True politeness consists in being easy one's self, and in making every one about one as easy as one can.
Alexander Pope
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Great men show politeness in a particular way; a smile suffices to assure you that you are welcome, and keep about their avocations as if you were a member of the family.
John James Audubon
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Never speak to an invalid from behind, nor from the door, nor from any distance from him, nor when he is doing anything. The official politeness of servants in these things is so grateful to invalids, that many prefer, without knowing why, having none but servants about them.
Florence Nightingale
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I think, regardless of gender, women and men need to be brave, take chances with their work, and be open to feedback. But I do think 'politeness' is an issue that can hinder your work if you aren't careful. Kindness is important, but being overly polite - thinking you can't disagree with someone about your own work - be careful about that.
Ellie Kemper
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