Pronunciation: /ˈplɛzəntri/
noun a polite remark or gesture, especially one made in social situations
A1 She greeted her neighbor with a friendly pleasantry.
A2 During the meeting, they exchanged pleasantries before getting down to business.
B1 The party was filled with polite pleasantries and small talk.
B2 Despite their differences, they managed to maintain a level of pleasantry in their interactions.
C1 His natural charm and ability to engage in pleasantry made him a favorite among the guests.
C2 The diplomat's skillful use of pleasantry helped to ease tensions during the negotiations.
formal During the meeting, they exchanged pleasantries before getting down to business.
informal At the party, they greeted each other with pleasantries before grabbing a drink.
slang I'm not in the mood for pleasantries, let's just get to the point.
figurative The pleasantries of small talk can sometimes mask deeper emotions.
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