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amiable

[ey-mee-uh-buhl] / ˈeɪ mi ə bəl /


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Providing a nonstop stream of eccentric social commentary, improbable memories and terrible jokes, Harry is an amiable codger who has no filter whatsoever.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

It takes only a moment or two for him to establish each figure’s unique traits, from the amiable to the exasperating.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 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

“I can afford to say no to movies I don’t respond to, even if it’s a big paycheck attached,” he says with an amiable shrug.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026

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




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