cordial

There was a cordial handshake between Xi and Modi, not the latter's signature hug.

From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2026

Modi maintains cordial relations with both Iran and US ally Israel, but is also careful to strike a delicate balance in India's ties with Washington.

From Barron's ● Sep. 13, 2026

The German reputation for being cautious and meticulous in diplomatic matters is well deserved, and the three previous national governments have had relatively cordial relations with Russia.

From Salon ● Sep. 7, 2026

Henry, for example, was eventually on cordial terms with William Shawcross, the author of a book that was used by critics to paint him as a war criminal, to the regret of even Shawcross.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026

I asked, just to get things going in a cordial kind of way.

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan

Lately, it's offered a wider range of sparkling drinks and cordials.

From BBC ● Feb. 3, 2026

Homemade syrups, cordials and infusions are prepped ahead of time.

From Salon ● Sep. 18, 2024

Now combined into a single storefront, the current retail space retains raffish details of its liquor-store days, including a retro red-and-blue neon sign and period gilt window lettering advertising cognacs and cordials.

From Seattle Times ● Aug. 28, 2022

John McDonnell, a former Seagram executive, recalls how the company’s Leroux cordials brand churned out flavor after flavor.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 18, 2016

An essential oil is obtained from both kinds of anise, and is used for scenting soaps and in the preparation of cordials.

From The New Gresham Encyclopedia. Vol. 1 Part 2 Amiel to Atrauli by Various