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statesmanlike



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He was handed the captaincy of the Proteas in 1994 and his astute tactics and calm assurance gave him a statesmanlike air as he turned the team into a formidable international side.

From BBC Jul. 30, 2025

They worry about being statesmanlike or about settling scores.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 30, 2024

Analysts say Prabowo, who was previously saddled with a murky human rights record, has cultivated a more charismatic and statesmanlike image, than one of fiery, pious nationalist, to appeal to younger voters.

From Reuters Oct. 25, 2023

In a Tuesday tweet and accompanying video, the speaker tried to strike a statesmanlike pose — something of a stretch, perhaps, for this man and this moment.

From Salon Feb. 8, 2023

“I welcome Chairman Khrushchev’s statesmanlike decision,” Kennedy announced.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin




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