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

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

But zookeepers would then find the rugged exterior hid a “sweet disposition” in the even-tempered giant.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 16, 2024

Eames, a low-key, even-tempered fellow, almost shrugged off the eye-popping numbers.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 18, 2023

Peters was a much more even-tempered man than Commissioner Curtis.

From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler