demeanor

Example Sentences

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Sal quietly seethes with irritation at Sonny’s misbegotten machinations, his chilly demeanor suggesting a tense and potentially dangerous volatility.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Despite winning 10 WTA singles titles, achieving a career singles high of No. 3 in 2022 and the No. 1 doubles ranking, Pegula’s low-key demeanor means she flies a bit under the radar.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

The behavior is a complete 180-degree switch from Nina’s demeanor the day before.

From Salon • Jan. 31, 2026

To Garcia Hernandez, Bovino's actions and demeanor convey a clear message.

From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026

The scythe’s demeanor, so cordial a moment before, took a turn toward tombstone.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman