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as in etiquette
manners plural
personal conduct or behavior as evaluated by an accepted standard of appropriateness for a social or professional setting
the young man's impeccable manners are an unmistakable sign of a good upbringing
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as in mode
a distinctive way of putting ideas into words
the former doctor writes his novels very much in the manner of someone who is used to observing the smallest details
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as in kind
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
fish and all manner of sea life on view at the aquarium
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as in method
the means or procedure for doing something
you happened to reach the correct answer, but the manner by which you solved the problem was all wrong
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Recent Examples of manner
The teens are charged with felony false report concerning the use of firearms in a violent manner and felony unlawful use of two-way communication device, officials said.
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Mark Price
july 11, Miami Herald, 11 July 2025
Theft of motor vehicle parts or accessories (subset of larceny) – The unlawful taking of any part or accessory affixed to the interior or exterior of a motor vehicle in a manner which would make the item an attachment of the vehicle or necessary for its operation.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 11 July 2025
Consider the distinct strengths: Neural AI: Excels at pattern recognition and learning from vast unstructured datasets, often in a largely unsupervised manner, leading to emergent capabilities in language and reasoning.
—Anuradha Weeraman, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
This is someone who progresses the ball in a speedy but sensible manner.
—Carl Anka, New York Times, 30 June 2025
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Mark Price
july 11, Miami Herald, 11 July 2025
Theft of motor vehicle parts or accessories (subset of larceny) – The unlawful taking of any part or accessory affixed to the interior or exterior of a motor vehicle in a manner which would make the item an attachment of the vehicle or necessary for its operation.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 11 July 2025
Consider the distinct strengths: Neural AI: Excels at pattern recognition and learning from vast unstructured datasets, often in a largely unsupervised manner, leading to emergent capabilities in language and reasoning.
—Anuradha Weeraman, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
This is someone who progresses the ball in a speedy but sensible manner.
—Carl Anka, New York Times, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for manner
Noun
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Just as ticket holders are to uphold a certain level of etiquette during matches, the players are expected to do the same.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
1 July 2025
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Here, etiquette experts weigh in on how to navigate pay-what-you-want scenarios.—
Kristine Gill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 June 2025
Noun
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With four smart modes (cool, gentle, fast, and style) and magnetic attachments like a diffuser and concentrator, the Zuvi puts you in control.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
5 July 2025
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All of these changes give your franchise mode an identity and life.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2025
Noun
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Allegiant does not tolerate disruptive behavior of any kind.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 July 2025
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There are three holidays when alcohol of any kind is prohibited from being sold in Tennessee.—
Jordan Green,
The Tennessean,
4 July 2025
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Officials also cited the efficiency of shipping on America's inland waterways compared to other methods.—
Connor Giffin,
The Courier-Journal,
9 July 2025
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This is a smart age-appropriate method for preparing your child for new experiences, and can easily be recreated at home if your child is still nervous about the dentist even after listening to the song.—
Marilyn La Jeunesse,
Parents,
9 July 2025
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To his point, the salon is primarily a showcase for Omar King, a neurodivergent person of color whose folksy demeanor belies his raunchy writing style.—
John McDermott,
Rolling Stone,
6 July 2025
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Shelia and Rachel were again interviewed by police, this time sharing a slightly different story and changed demeanors, according to 20/20.—
Alex Gurley,
People.com,
6 July 2025
Noun
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It's made with 100 percent linen, features a fit and flare style, and is a comfy midi dress length.—
Katy Spratte Joyce,
Travel + Leisure,
13 July 2025
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The real fireworks started with Will Ospreay and Swerve Strickland’s victory over The Young Bucks, which delivered AEW’s signature style: Flips, tricks, no-sells, piledrivers, destroyers, countless kickouts of finishing moves, and a ridiculously impressive fast pace.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 July 2025
Noun
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Instead, Cabello says a powerful coalition — including major U.S. corporations and senior Republican strategists—is now pushing for a different approach: a deal with Nicolás Maduro’s regime.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
13 July 2025
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This includes pragmatic policies on copyright and data protection, a balanced approach to onshore and offshore chip manufacturing, and removing regulatory barriers to energy use and generation.—
Christiaan Hetzner,
Fortune,
13 July 2025
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But the hustle down the line that followed, resulting in a single for the visiting leadoff hitter to start Friday’s 7-6 win over the A’s, was a representation of Lukes’ hard-working attitude, according to his former head coach at Sacramento State, Reggie Christiansen.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
13 July 2025
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The world’s largest cryptocurrency by market value has topped new records as investors have embraced a risk-on attitude.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
11 July 2025
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“Manner.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manner. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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