even-handed

Example Sentences

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Nevertheless, Trump hired her in 2021 to oversee his comeback and gained an appreciation for her even-handed professionalism.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 8, 2024

Countries with institutions that uphold law create predictability for investors and “inclusiveness”; even-handed legal institutions support equal opportunity for the many and encourage the innovation necessary for a society to thrive.

From Slate • Oct. 16, 2024

In March, retiring Judge Clifton Newman received praise for his even-handed demeanor throughout the highly watched six-week murder trial of Alex Murdaugh.

From Washington Times • Nov. 7, 2023

He sounds more even-handed in his disdain, when I ask if he still feels that way.

From BBC • Oct. 3, 2023

The two years I spent in his house were, in fact, two of the happiest in my life; his even-handed justice and his kindly affection never failed.

From Autobiographical Reminiscences with Family Letters and Notes on Music by Gounod, Charles