This being the case, which we all must know, then it is only right that we (the board members etc) should do it for him in a very gracious manner, in a way that it will not portray a negative image of him. (justarsenal.com)
I read their blogs, and interact with them by e-mail (all in a kind, gracious manner!). (redeeminggod.com)
«Butch,» she said, «has the maturity and the gracious manner to make himself acceptable anywhere. (si.com)