Behaving Politely

He was an interesting speaker, if not always politically correct in his views.

昆斯伯里规则, 适当的行为准则

Despite the fact he was knowledgeable and dedicated towards his work, the company fired him because he didn’t follow the Queensberry rules in the office.

尽管他知识渊博且对工作尽心尽力，公司还是解雇了他，因为他在办公室没有遵守昆斯伯里规则。

But I wouldn't dream of standing on ceremony with people I know so well as the Musgroves.

He was asked to participate only as a matter of form.

He was shown the door last week after he was caught sleeping on the job.

Although she was angry, she kept a civil tongue.

弥补, 补偿

He made up for his absence by bringing her a gift.

他通过给她带礼物来弥补他的缺席。