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Meanings of replied respectfully in English

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Usage of replied respectfully in English
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I replied respectfully and said I didn't know it had any particular shape.
The Boys' Life of Mark Twain
2
That functionary, however, merely replied respectfully:
The Secret Adversary
3
The servant, who had risen also, replied respectfully: "I would say I was very sorry, sir."
Till the Clock Stops
4
Then a round and ruddy face rose like a harvest moon above the tailboard, and a stertorous voice replied respectfully-
All in It : K(1) Carries On
5
The maiden replied respectfully, offering to be his guide; for the palace, she informed him, stood near her father's dwelling.
Bulfinch's Mythology: The Age of Fable
6
Denys replied respectfully that he was going on leave, after some years of service, to see his kindred at Remiremont.
The Cloister and the Hearth
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All were silent upon this terrible rebuke, except Farinacci, who, nerving himself with a strong sense of duty, replied respectfully but firmly-
Cenci / Celebrated Crimes
8
When spoken to or given an order he replied respectfully and obeyed with alacrity, but when addressed he listened always with eyes averted.
The Mask: A Story of Love and Adventure
9
"Mr. Prescott will answer for me, sir," Greg replied respectfully.
Dick Prescott's First Year at West Point; Or, Two Chums in the C...
10
"I think not, Captain," he replied respectfully, saluting as he would one of his own officers.
My Lady of the North
11
"Peace, sir, and greeting," she replied respectfully.
The City of Delight: A Love Drama of the Siege and Fall of Jerus...
12
"Cyril Shenstone, sir," he replied respectfully; for he saw that the two men before him were persons of rank.
When London Burned : a Story of Restoration Times and the Great ...
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"No, sir," Leng replied respectfully.
Mass Effect: Deception
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"If your lordship would indulge me," Mal replied respectfully, "I prefer that you take the tale from Vester's own lips.
Logos Run
15
"I hope, miss, she doesn't disturb you," the nurse replied respectfully, but looking greatly pleased to have the little one noticed.
Virgie's Inheritance
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