mannerisms

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In 2022, during Roach’s 23-win run, many viewers stewed over the champ’s chatty asides and mannerisms, especially Roach’s way of talking with their hands.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

He resembles the Finder icon on Apple computers, but with a tiny stature and goofy mannerisms.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

She has Nina’s mannerisms detailed down to their minutia.

From Salon • Jan. 31, 2026

With his country twang and aw-shucks mannerisms belying a keen intellect, Will Rogers was the lasso-roping star of vaudeville and the Broadway stage.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2025

She was pretty and Jewish, with a dazzling smile and a penchant for Mary Tyler Moore mannerisms like hugging herself or twirling around with her arms outstretched.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt