urbane
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He was also drawn to “more uptown, the more urbane, the more sophisticated” comedies.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026
A slight figure in neat shirts and jackets, Magyar seemed too slick and urbane to reach the hearts of the rural electorate, but has proven himself a strong challenger.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
Off court he is urbane and thoughtful, and able to speak fluently in a number of languages.
From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026
In private, foreign officials said, Rodríguez was urbane and attentive, observing the usual diplomatic niceties.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 17, 2026
He paused, surveying us with the kind of wide- eyed surmise Mr. Carhart always used at this point, and then added in Mr. Carhart’s urbane murmur, “Let us pray.”
From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles
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