even-tempered

Example Sentences

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Despite her occupation, Marge embodies the spirit of “Minnesota nice” — the phrase used to describe the overly polite, friendly and even-tempered manner of Minnesota residents.

From Salon • Feb. 7, 2026

Laura Rensselaer, the daughter of an oil tycoon, is beautiful and even-tempered, though reserved to a degree that Evelyn finds increasingly frustrating.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 2025

But for the most part, the exchanges on stage were even-tempered.

From BBC • Oct. 2, 2024

But zookeepers would then find the rugged exterior hid a “sweet disposition” in the even-tempered giant.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 16, 2024

He was an even-tempered, soft-spoken, and mature grandmaster who represented the old guard, and over a lifetime of tournament warfare he’d played many of the game’s legendary figures.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady