affable
Example Sentences
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An affable, hyper-knowledgeable proprietor in his early 30s, Richardson repairs and resells analog music technology from the 1980s or earlier.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026
As captured here, its members do seem quite rational, not to mention affable and easygoing.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 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
It wasn’t just her sharp comic timing and knack for uniquely memorable character work that made her stand out, but her undeniably affable presence.
From Salon • Feb. 5, 2026
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
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