temperament

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The hearing on Wednesday -- the only formal hurdle before a floor vote -- quickly turned tense, with Paul confronting Mullin over past comments and questioning his temperament.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

To investigate the biological roots of canine temperament, scientists examined the DNA of 1,300 golden retrievers and compared it with each dog's behavioral profile.

From Science Daily • Mar. 7, 2026

Backstage at the Blue Note jazz club, Wyclef Jean spreads out on a couch with the air of a sunned cat, his temperament dialed warm.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

He’s spent the last few months acting as his primary antagonist, using his same language and temperament to make fun of him, all while promising Californians something better.

From Slate • Feb. 25, 2026

She has the same temperament as Enrique and Lourdes: she is testy, a stubborn fighter who stands her ground.

From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario