affable

Example Sentences

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The officer wrote that the famously affable Garrett was “kind and cooperative,” and that drugs and alcohol were not a factor.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026

According to the affable 38-year-old, ultra-violent or supernatural stories -- from Netflix's "Stranger Things" to gaming favourite "Resident Evil" -- work as a sort of pressure valve.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

O'Neill, 73, said he had only had a "10 or 15-minute conversation" with the "affable" Nancy as the changeover took place earlier this month.

From BBC • Dec. 15, 2025

When an affable and ambitious broker from Bear Stearns moved in down the hall, he found a partner to help launch the first chapter of a legendary career.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 15, 2025

In his typically affable way, he says, “Why not, Ed. I’ll go to church with you.”

From "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak