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The German reputation for being cautious and meticulous in diplomatic matters is well deserved, and the three previous national governments have had relatively cordial relations with Russia.

From Salon ● Sep. 7, 2026

Henry, for example, was eventually on cordial terms with William Shawcross, the author of a book that was used by critics to paint him as a war criminal, to the regret of even Shawcross.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026

The statement from the Brazilian presidency said the conversation between Trump and Lula lasted an hour and 20 minutes and "took place in a friendly and cordial tone."

From Barron's ● Aug. 21, 2026

While the co-hosts mostly questioned him on the Trump administration’s policies on immigration and race, the discussion was cordial.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 24, 2026

Then later, inasmuch as he had been invited in a cordial manner to return, he made another visit.

From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers

Lately, it's offered a wider range of sparkling drinks and cordials.

From BBC ● Feb. 3, 2026

Bartenders around the world have experimented with endless pairings of teas, herbs, cordials, juices, coffees, spices, spirits, and flavor combinations.

From Salon ● Mar. 11, 2023

Now combined into a single storefront, the current retail space retains raffish details of its liquor-store days, including a retro red-and-blue neon sign and period gilt window lettering advertising cognacs and cordials.

From Seattle Times ● Aug. 28, 2022

John McDonnell, a former Seagram executive, recalls how the company’s Leroux cordials brand churned out flavor after flavor.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 18, 2016

"With cordials like these the monarch's new guest Reviv'd his sunk spirits, and gladdened his breast; Till in rapture he cried, 'My dear Lord, you shall do Whatever you will—give me troops to review.'"

From The Impeachment of The House of Brunswick by Charles Bradlaugh