temperament
Example Sentences
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This faith that you can change and improve your circumstances—it has a powerful effect on a country’s temperament.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
The pair of videos prompted her Democratic rivals in the gubernatorial race to question Porter’s temperament, a criticism that has continued to linger during debates and throughout the hotly contested campaign.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
Which is why today Slate is launching a new season of Slow Burn, Becoming Justice Gorsuch, exploring his life, judicial temperament, and character.
From Slate • May 13, 2026
Solovyov, who received high doses of radiation and has undergone countless medical checks, attributes his longevity to good health, regular sport, a calm temperament and genetics.
From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026
Evidence Against Him or Suspicious Circumstances: None, except that weapon used might be said to suit his temperament.
From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie
Vocabulary lists containing temperament
"The Great Gatsby," Chapter 1 Vocabulary
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"The Mixer," Vocabulary from the short story
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Vocabulary from the First Presidential Debate: September 26, 2016
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