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right sort

NOUN
good fellow
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The FBI thought they had the right sort of man — a first-generation issei immigrant who was bilingual, could write in English and was held in high esteem in the community.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 16, 2023

"You've got to get yourself in the right sort of position, but there's always a bit of luck in the end," he said.

From BBC Dec. 23, 2022

Asked if a deal is expected before Christmas, Sunak's spokesman said: "We haven't set a timeline. The focus is on securing the right sort of cooperation, which works for both sides."

From Reuters Nov. 8, 2022

That, he and others believe, will most likely include advising them to eat, exercise and get the right sort of light at times that offset some of the health risks they face.

From New York Times Jul. 6, 2022

“What do you mean, Maxim? What isn’t the right sort of knowledge?”

From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier




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