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demeanor

[dih-mee-ner] / dɪˈmi nər /


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Their odd shape, combined with their ambling demeanor, inspires curiosity, as well as a lot of plush stuffed animals.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

He added that, in the AI era, if you’re entering a meeting saying “Hey, I need access to your critical data,” you need to win people over with a respectful demeanor and a low heart-rate.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

McVay later explained he was attempting to be respectful of Stafford’s status as the team leader, and that a personal situation also had affected his demeanor on draft night.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

It’s an expressive, furry, doe-eyed creature with huge paws and a dog-like demeanor.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

Senate office whose steady demeanor would keep me grounded in high-stress moments—plus a no-nonsense, politically savvy communications specialist named Stephanie Cutter.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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