When he was waiting at court, in speaking with the great officers of the lower grade, he spoke freely, but in a straightforward manner; in speaking with those of the higher grade, he did so blandly, but precisely. When the ruler was present, his manner displayed respectful uneasiness; it was grave, but self-possessed.
朝，与下大夫言，侃侃如也；与上大夫言，誾誾如也。君在，踧踖如也。与与如也。
Source: The Analects, Xiang Dang X, Chapter 2
Author: The Compilers
