They are adults standing for, one presumes, responsible behaviour and the higher values of civility and democracy. |
Emma, angry at the insult to Miss Taylor's husband, holds her tongue for the sake of family civility. |
The civility and wildness of the river coexist, much like Huck's personality. |
Despite her plain clothes, she radiated a ladylike politeness and civility. |
But it sure was a far cry from the civility and warm kindness he showed me during that other party. |
Packing was an occupation that rewarded innate qualities and paid little regard to status or civility. |