level-headed

Example Sentences

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I got to see him in a very stressful time and he was level-headed and quite reasonable.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

"They always asked for a more moderate Bolsonaro, I've always been like this...balanced and level-headed," Flavio said after being tapped to lead his father's powerful conservative base.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

India had never chased more than 173 to win a World Cup match in the 20-over format, and were indebted to Samson's level-headed approach.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

“I don’t want to take for granted how strong and resilient and level-headed she is. Because she’s still a person and she still has the right to grieve and go through it.”

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2025

Mom, Charlie, and Zooey were still talking in the kitchen; at least they seemed to have agreed upon a temporary ceasefire, probably thanks to Zooey, who’s far more level-headed than either my mom or brother.

From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson