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Recent Examples of congeniality
One person’s smile might mean congeniality or joy, while others might be a nervous expression of fear.
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Boone Ashworth, WIRED, 15 Oct. 2024
Hugh Grant and a scented candle terrorize two young missionaries in the trailer for A24's Heretic
Grant exudes an almost obsequious congeniality before letting something more sinister seep from his pores.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 10 Sep. 2024
In her 25 years on the bench, she was known for her congeniality and independence.
—Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 19 Dec. 2023
What makes Pence so puzzling is a devotion to ideals (Christian faith, country, family) that dances uneasily with ambition and congeniality.
—T.a. Frank, Washington Post, 28 June 2023
See All Example Sentences for congeniality
Boone Ashworth, WIRED, 15 Oct. 2024
Hugh Grant and a scented candle terrorize two young missionaries in the trailer for A24's Heretic
Grant exudes an almost obsequious congeniality before letting something more sinister seep from his pores.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 10 Sep. 2024
In her 25 years on the bench, she was known for her congeniality and independence.
—Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 19 Dec. 2023
What makes Pence so puzzling is a devotion to ideals (Christian faith, country, family) that dances uneasily with ambition and congeniality.
—T.a. Frank, Washington Post, 28 June 2023
See All Example Sentences for congeniality
Recent Examples of Synonyms for congeniality
Noun
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Ditto his distinctive appearance, trumped only by a persuasive smile that conveyed an innocence and friendliness somewhat at odds with his braggadocio tales and hedonistic tendencies.—
Bob Gendron,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2025
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Trump-crown prince flaunt friendliness despite controversy Trump kicked off his speech at the U.S.-Saudi Investment Forum on Tuesday by praising the crown prince and the country of Saudi Arabia for their hospitality and friendship.—
Alex Gangitano,
The Hill,
13 May 2025
Noun
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Kate Hudson and Mindy Kaling’s friendship began in classic Hollywood fashion: while being snubbed at an Oscar party.—
Kara Warner,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2025
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Researchers also found that having strong friendships or being part of a close group is associated with higher rates of breakups.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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Instead, Starr would be my roving ambassador of joy and amity in an America that felt starved of such things.—
Mark Leibovich,
The Atlantic,
31 Mar. 2025
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As part of this distancing, Seoul promotes a narrative (as seen in its recent monuments and museums) that emphasizes Japan’s wartime violence and highlights Korean amity with China.—
Jennifer Lind,
Foreign Affairs,
5 Mar. 2015
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His finest strengths are personality and cordiality, and both were amplified on the stage.—
Bob Gendron,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2025
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As the president expresses agitation toward district judges who block his policies nationwide, Trump so far has maintained more cordiality with Roberts, refusing to attack him personally.—
Zach Schonfeld,
The Hill,
23 Mar. 2025
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One of the most disruptive was Pablo Berger’s 2023 film Robot Dreams, a dialogue-free story of companionship between a dog and a robot living in Manhattan.—
Ryan Fleming,
Deadline,
21 May 2025
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This engaging session will explore the profound impact of companionship on seniors, highlighting innovative approaches to fostering emotional and physical well-being.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 May 2025
Noun
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His object is to isolate and mimic the rudiments of human sociability.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
25 May 2025
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Classic research from the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology suggests that women consider the eyes when rating attractiveness, largely in order to assess sociability and approachableness.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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In essence, the United States promised protection in exchange for military access and political-economic comity in Asia but without demanding fully reciprocal protection for itself.—
ELY RATNER,
Foreign Affairs,
27 May 2025
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Gone are the prophecies of ever-accelerating integration and the paeans to trade and investment promoting prosperity and comity for all.—
Foreign Affairs,
Foreign Affairs,
10 June 2021
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The Ten of Cups signals joy, connection, and harmony in your personal life.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 June 2025
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Marinated for days in a delicate blend of sweet white miso, sake, and mirin, the dish embodies chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s philosophy of simplicity and harmony.—
Kaila Yu,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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“Congeniality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/congeniality. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.
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