cordial

Example Sentences

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People who know Selig described him as buttoned-up and cordial, with a thoughtful rather than dogmatic approach to the legal questions around crypto and prediction markets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 21, 2026

As if aware of this, in a lull during Pakistan's inevitable defeat, the ICC replayed the cordial exchange between Wasim and Rohit prior to the match.

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026

The conversations between the systems over duplication are usually cordial and collaborative, but he, too, sees the need for fine-tuning the law to ease decision-making.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2026

I have always been close with my mother, and I also have a cordial relationship with my stepfather’s children.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 26, 2026

At the shoe stand, Sterling did not give his usual cordial greeting.

From "Black Like Me" by John Howard Griffin