equable
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Michael Gove has described his sacking last week by Boris Johnson, calling the PM “very equable, very polite” during the call.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2022
Though he grows somber when he discusses current events, Browne also seems to have softened with age — exuding less of an obstinate attitude than an equable one.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 26, 2021
The chief justice declared of Austen: “Her flights are not lofty, she does not soar on eagles’ wings, but she is pleasing, interesting, equable, and yet amusing.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 20, 2020
It’s here, in the narration, that the novel finds itself — in the equable plainness of its language, a plainness that is nevertheless impressionistic and light-filled.
From New York Times ● Mar. 16, 2020
“No, I just help out in the evenings,” Malcolm said in his most equable tone.
From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman
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