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manner · noun /ˈmæn.ər/Full view
manner (WAY)
B2 no plural the way something happens or something is done
Dictionary examples:

She stared at me in an accusing manner.

They dealt with the problem in a very efficient manner.

Learner example:

I don't know if you [will] follow my advice, but [in] whichever manner you spend the money, I [hope] you are glad. (First Certificate in English; B2; Greek)

manners
B2 polite ways of behaving with other people
Dictionary examples:

It's bad manners to eat with your mouth open.

It's considered good manners in some societies to leave a little food on your plate.

Learner example:

Professional waiters are polite, tolerant and show good manners. (First Certificate in English; B2; Russian)

manner (BEHAVIOR)
B2 no plural the way in which a person talks and behaves with other people
Dictionary examples:

an aggressive/friendly/rude manner

As soon as he realized that we weren't going to buy anything, his whole manner changed.

Learner example:

I stared at him in anger, and the poor man, afraid of my rude manner, went out [of] the cafe. (First Certificate in English; B2; Spanish)

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