congenial

Example Sentences

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But the two politicians had a congenial meeting at the White House in late November, with the president saying he was optimistic about New York’s future.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 1, 2026

Earth is a remarkably congenial rock for human beings and other life forms.

From Slate • Dec. 9, 2025

Sir John said the world was changing and "may not be reshaping in a way that is congenial to the West".

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2025

“Linda is this well-spoken, congenial, bright, well-dressed woman executive, but she helped run a testosterone-fueled business that was seen as very sleazy for a long time,” pro-wrestling expert Dave Letzer told The Washington Post.

From Salon • Nov. 20, 2024

We dined in town at a popular restaurant called Angie’s and afterwards, with the evening warm and congenial, went for a stroll.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson