right sort

Example Sentences

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"We live in a competitive marketplace and we have to provide the right sort of packages to these people otherwise the head hunters come knocking," he said.

From BBC • May 16, 2025

“If someone comes to the house, I say, ‘Come and look at this,’ if they are the right sort of person,” he said.

From New York Times • Feb. 23, 2024

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

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

“You know how hard it is to find a pretty girl with the right sort of ears,” Bast said matter-of-factly.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss