demeanor
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He added that, in the AI era, if you’re entering a meeting saying “Hey, I need access to your critical data,” you need to win people over with a respectful demeanor and a low heart-rate.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
Over 6 feet tall with an avuncular demeanor, he and his team have eaten dinner together every night at around 6 p.m. over the course of the landmark trial.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026
Jonsson’s silences always seem to say so much and in “Wasteman” he capitalizes on his reserved demeanor and smaller frame to create a character who is much less frightening than those around him.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026
Altman's unassuming, friendly demeanor contrasted sharply with Musk's abrasive style, but they shared an entrepreneurial spirit and a penchant for risk-taking.
From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026
He was a banker, tall, straight-backed, conservative in demeanor and dress, but he rose suddenly and walked to a window, trembling with emotion.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
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Grade 9, List 1
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