genial
Example Sentences
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But he’s also the more genial of the two.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
It was a huge relief to see my old building, the Alheli, still intact and its genial caretaker, Pedro, still outside chatting to elderly residents on the porch.
From BBC ● Jun. 27, 2026
Across the board, the staff is genial and preternaturally accommodating.
From Slate ● Jun. 2, 2026
Over the years, Cottray has picked up on the more genial whims of celebrity guests.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 19, 2026
He was a barrel-chested fellow with hard, genial eyes.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
Vocabulary lists containing genial
Fast Food Nation
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Grade 10, List 6
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"The Lady, or the Tiger?" by Frank R. Stockton
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