gentleman
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It specialized in graphic novels from independent publishers and the gentleman who ran it gave a strong impression of having read everything in the store.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 6, 2026
Said Mike Scioscia, on whom Newhan reported as a Dodgers player and Angels manager: “Ross was a true gentleman and had a real matter-of-fact way of asking questions that put you at ease.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 27, 2026
When the president requires an emotional backstop and perhaps a bit of reining in, the first gentleman exercises his own version of diplomacy.
From Salon ● Oct. 22, 2026
Tributes posted on social media by former students describe the flying instructor as "a gentleman and an experienced aviator", and a "good friend".
From BBC ● Oct. 18, 2026
“You’re quite the little gentleman, aren’t you, dear?” she said to him, and he smiled politely, even if he’d have normally argued the point.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
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“Ladies and gentlemen, I think we may have found the new White House Press Secretary!”
From Salon ● Oct. 27, 2026
“Ladies and gentlemen, after much deliberation and sadness, I have to announce next year will be my last tour ever, ever, ever,” Stewart said in a video posted Monday to Instagram.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 28, 2026
"I just wanted to tell this story because, ladies and gentlemen of the American media, this is important," Rutte told journalists in the Oval Office as Trump looked on approvingly.
From Barron's ● Jul. 6, 2026
“There’s a lot of discussion, the MOU, the gentlemen’s agreements, the final deal—words don’t matter, ladies and gentlemen, we’re about verification,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 18, 2026
Now even the gentlemen go around with their white, knobby knees peeking out from under their long shirttails.
From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone
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