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词汇 decencies
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the decencies


phrase[ plural ] old-fashioned
the acceptable or expected ways of doing something: 规矩;礼仪;行为准则
observe the decenciesI hate going to funerals, but you must observe the decencies (= it is something you should do).我讨厌参加葬礼,但这是基本的礼仪不得不去。
One of the decencies he showed them was to ensure that they got home safely each night.
They have rejected the decencies and formalities of a tried and tested system of government and replaced it with their own rules.
These decencies must be protected, not destroyed.
None of the decencies has been observed.
See also
decency

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