affable
Example Sentences
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The officer wrote that the famously affable Garrett was “kind and cooperative,” and that drugs and alcohol were not a factor.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026
As captured here, its members do seem quite rational, not to mention affable and easygoing.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026
According to the affable 38-year-old, ultra-violent or supernatural stories -- from Netflix's "Stranger Things" to gaming favourite "Resident Evil" -- work as a sort of pressure valve.
From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026
O'Neill, 73, said he had only had a "10 or 15-minute conversation" with the "affable" Nancy as the changeover took place earlier this month.
From BBC • Dec. 15, 2025
Her manner changed, the affable mood withdrawn as she clasped her hands against her long skirt.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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