punctuality
the quality or state of beingpunctual.
strict observance in keeping engagements; promptness.
Origin of punctuality
1Other words from punctuality
- un·punc·tu·al·i·ty, noun
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How to use punctuality in a sentence
He added, “We still want to report behavior” — meaning punctuality and other parts of performance — but said it shouldn’t shape how a student is judged on a transcript.
Teachers abandon letter grades in search of a fairer way | Valerie Strauss, Donna St. George | February 28, 2022 | Washington PostOver the summer, he impressed current NBA players with his love for hard work and, oddly enough, with his punctuality.
Courtesy, kindness, and punctuality: the old Trot was adept at all the old bourgeois virtues.
Christopher Hitchens: A Young Contrarian Salutes Him | Max McGuinness | December 18, 2011 | THE DAILY BEASTThey make no such time as is currently reported on our side, and are by no means reliable for punctuality.
Glances at Europe | Horace Greeleypunctuality is a mark of politeness, if your invitation states the hour at which your hostess will be ready to welcome you.
The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness | Florence Hartley
The great reason for this was the want of punctuality in the payment of rates and taxes, and the partiality shown by collectors.
The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol.III. | E. Farr and E. H. NolanBy the punctuality of my replies, and the beauty of my hand-writing, judge what a fine conscience I must have!
The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 25 (of 25) | Robert Louis StevensonLegibility is the politeness of men of letters, as punctuality of kings and beggars.
The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 25 (of 25) | Robert Louis Stevenson
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