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personable

[pur-suh-nuh-buhl] / ˈpɜr sə nə bəl /


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The handsome, personable Mr. Galante dazzles at the piano.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

One source in the report called Patel “very personable and likable,” but blamed him for creating “a culture of mistrust and uncertainty among the ranks.”

From Salon • Dec. 1, 2025

Xavier Booker has been like a personable employee stocking shelves instead of interacting with customers.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 4, 2025

“He seemed so smart and personable and successful and I was excited about the opportunity to fight alongside him,” she told me.

From Slate • Sep. 23, 2025

The whole regiment wept over their talented and personable friend.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein