even-tempered
Example Sentences
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Despite her occupation, Marge embodies the spirit of “Minnesota nice” — the phrase used to describe the overly polite, friendly and even-tempered manner of Minnesota residents.
From Salon ● Feb. 7, 2026
Initially seen as meek and even-tempered, the layers have been pulled back to show something different.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 19, 2025
Our naturally big-smiling and even-tempered son came home and looked like he was going to scream.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 6, 2025
Long gone are the extravagancies of Granit Xhaka, in exchange for a far more acceptable and even-tempered Rice, who is a far better footballer anyway.
From BBC ● Feb. 12, 2024
His even-tempered objectivity was an antidote to my more emotional reactions to issues.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
