amiable

Example Sentences

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The previous head of the partnership, Kathy Wylde, held the position for 25 years and was an amiable voice for the city’s business community.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

The way O’Hara gilds this line’s delivery with a wistful sparkle feels true because we’ve seen her spin such treasure playing all kinds of would-be topliners with an amiable, delicious amount of lunacy.

From Salon • Feb. 4, 2026

Tenor Roy Hage is the amiable Volmar, Hildegard’s confidant in the monastery and baritone David Adam Moore her tormentor abbot.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2025

The governor, in these settings, was an amiable but not especially compelling guest.

From Slate • Sep. 18, 2025

She was very amiable during the walk back, and raved much over Edna’s appearance in her bathing suit.

From "The Awakening" by Kate Chopin