level-headed

Example Sentences

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"They always asked for a more moderate Bolsonaro, I've always been like this...balanced and level-headed," Flavio said after being tapped to lead his father's powerful conservative base.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

India had never chased more than 173 to win a World Cup match in the 20-over format, and were indebted to Samson's level-headed approach.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

Casting George Hamilton instead of making Duvall an offer he couldn’t refuse to reprise his role as Tom Hagen, the loyal, level-headed consigliere of the Corleone family, doomed “Part III” before the cameras even rolled.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

While it is impossible to know when that might happen and at what scale, it’s important for investors to stay level-headed and try to separate the signals from the noise.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 4, 2025

Mom, Charlie, and Zooey were still talking in the kitchen; at least they seemed to have agreed upon a temporary ceasefire, probably thanks to Zooey, who’s far more level-headed than either my mom or brother.

From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson