statesmanlike

Example Sentences

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He was handed the captaincy of the Proteas in 1994 and his astute tactics and calm assurance gave him a statesmanlike air as he turned the team into a formidable international side.

From BBC • Jul. 30, 2025

They worry about being statesmanlike or about settling scores.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 30, 2024

I understand that he was probably in shock but that moment became instantly iconic and it was anything but calm and statesmanlike.

From Salon • Jul. 15, 2024

In public, Mr. Bruton and Mr. Major cultivated an image of statesmanlike collaboration.

From New York Times • Feb. 9, 2024

He looked from one to another of his listeners, grave and statesmanlike.

From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman