Sentence Examples

  • Taran bowed his head in deference to his master.
  • Dean continued to exhibit restrain with his comebacks in deference to the improved moods around Bird Song.
  • He had a distinguished career at the gymnasium of his native town, and on leaving desired to devote himself to astronomy, but abandoned the idea in deference to his father's wishes.
  • It is one of absolute loyalty and deference, as to the teaching of inspiration.
  • Kiera stood aside, not as much out of deference but out of sudden realization that if she didn't, the man was likely to run her over.
 
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