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urbane

[ur-beyn] / ɜrˈbeɪn /


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He was also drawn to “more uptown, the more urbane, the more sophisticated” comedies.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 19, 2026

Though Amanda Peet has worked steadily in television in recent years, the sincere and urbane comedy “Fantasy Life” marks her first role in a movie since 2015.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 2, 2026

Off court he is urbane and thoughtful, and able to speak fluently in a number of languages.

From Barron's Jan. 31, 2026

Modi, as the Italian was affectionately called, was urbane, well-groomed and handsome, while Soutine was destitute, sickly and notoriously unwashed.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 5, 2025

Bobby’s opponent that night was the urbane college professor Donald Byrne, an international master, former U.S.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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