affable
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Those who have dealt with Diamantis describe an affable man with a toothy grin who can also be domineering.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2026
With unruly hair, round glasses, an affable demeanor and a taste for V-neck sweaters, Amodei is worlds away from the corporate executive archetype -- and seems to be motivated by something his peers are not.
From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026
The only player who can match Mbappé for talent is Haaland who, unlike Mbappé, has a goofy, accessible and affable persona online.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2026
In that sense, a generally affable comedian like Jo Koy seemed like an apt choice to host the Golden Globes in 2024.
From Salon ● Sep. 8, 2026
The gangly white kid with rural roots was affable and intelligent, and it wasn’t long before he was voted vice president of the Corps.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
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