temperament

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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

Though none would speak publicly, multiple sources who work in and around the state Capitol expressed concerns about Porter’s temperament and her willingness to work collaboratively with people she disagrees with.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

According to the historian, “so great was McLean’s judgment, temperament, and fair-mindedness” that National League officials agreed to his demand to be paid $5 a game—unheard of at the time.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

MacIntyre is also trying to manage his on-course outbursts after a "telling off" for his conduct at the Masters, but described his actions as "pretty tame" and explained that his temperament is unlikely to change.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

But these well temperaments made all keys equally useful, not equal-sounding as modern equal temperament does.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones