gent

Example Sentences

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"Len was an absolute legend and the definition of a proper gent. He was a beautiful man with a huge sense of humour who had such a mischievous turn of phrase."

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2023

“An enormous animal lover and a true gent. This is so completely unjust. Thoughts are with his wife and their children.”

From New York Times • Oct. 15, 2021

“Absolutely devastating news about Sir David Amess. He was hugely kind and good. An enormous animal lover and a true gent. This is so completely unjust. Thoughts are with his wife and their children.”

From Reuters • Oct. 15, 2021

“Thank you, lady and gent. Now, behold the mastery of the master!”

From "Out of Darkness" by Ashley Hope Pérez

“Westminster, eh? Sounds like a fine gent. Penny for your thoughts, miss?”

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood