Example Sentences

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A: Thank you so much for this necessary and helpful reorientation; I hope the letter writer is able to recognize parts of their motivation here and can nondefensively let some of their desires go.

From Slate • Sep. 22, 2020

This isn’t just a conversation where you tell your son something he doesn’t know, but one where you should ask questions, be patient, invite a response, and listen carefully and nondefensively.

From Slate • Sep. 21, 2020

But you can ask the people you know and love, sincerely and nondefensively, what you can do to start to rebuild trust together.

From Slate • Sep. 9, 2020

But if you decide you’d rather preserve your energy for something else, or don’t trust them to respond honestly and nondefensively, you’re allowed to take a step back.

From Slate • Apr. 11, 2020

I could be wrong—that may not be what your friend is thinking at all—but it’s worth carefully and nondefensively reviewing so you can figure out different approaches to take in the future.

From Slate • Mar. 13, 2019