In a courteous way (8)

I believe the answer is:

politely

(Other definitions for politely that I've seen before include "Like a true gent" , "In a respectful manner" , "Courteously" , "showing good manners" , "In a civilised manner" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times and the Sydney Morning Herald.

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