The overly polite diplomatic language stuck in his throat like a sharp-edged stone.

I agree with the idea that Met officers should be given stern instructions to be overly polite.

This seems an overly polite and formal way to talk, even for the English.

He is overly polite, unassuming, and apologetic, which is of course all an act.

Tension made us overly polite toward each other.

The overly polite young captain came back to the passenger compartment and made certain that the Stevensons were all right.

Now let's not waste a lot of time being overly polite.

I have to force myself not to be overly polite.

He was now comfortable enough with his alien host that he no longer felt it necessary to be overly polite.

Broud's overly polite response was sarcastic, and it irritated the leader far more than direct disagreement.