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as in unaffected
having a relaxed, casual manner
as the show's affable host, she keeps the freewheeling gabfest from getting out of hand
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as in gracious
having an easygoing and pleasing manner especially in social situations
as an experienced event planner, he knows that having an affable emcee is critical
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as in hospitable
showing a natural kindness and courtesy especially in social situations
although First Lady Lucretia Hayes didn't particularly enjoy her role as White House hostess, she was always affable
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Recent Examples of affable
Clement is a great choice to play the innocent, affable idiot — the type of guy whose sad, puppy-dog face begs for immediate forgiveness and whose silly sense of humor makes giving in all the more inviting.
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Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
8 June 2026
Rose and her affable uncle (Rudd) embark on a mission to find her.
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Marlow Stern,
Variety,
8 June 2026
Rick’s bandmates, all around the same age, vary from affable to irascible; the sweetest of them is McDonald’s Sandy, who lives with his mum and seems to look up to Rick as a guy who’s surely got it together.
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Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
29 May 2026
And then there’s the prim and unfriendly Stagg, who doesn’t play well with others, who insists on having the office to himself, and who refuses to let the affable Krick be a part of his reports to Ike and the rest of the generals.
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Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
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Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
8 June 2026
Rose and her affable uncle (Rudd) embark on a mission to find her.
—
Marlow Stern,
Variety,
8 June 2026
Rick’s bandmates, all around the same age, vary from affable to irascible; the sweetest of them is McDonald’s Sandy, who lives with his mum and seems to look up to Rick as a guy who’s surely got it together.
—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
29 May 2026
And then there’s the prim and unfriendly Stagg, who doesn’t play well with others, who insists on having the office to himself, and who refuses to let the affable Krick be a part of his reports to Ike and the rest of the generals.
—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for affable
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Undergraduate lending is largely unaffected.
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While iPhones remain unaffected for now, industry analysts like Tarun Pathak suggest this move reflects a broader shift in consumer electronics pricing.
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The owners were gracious enough to give us a detailed tour of the enormous space and its outstanding collection of artworks.
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Canadians live up to their gracious, welcoming reputation, and their desire to make your visit special turns this stunning drive into a lifelong memory.
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Be hospitable to the people who think differently from you.
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Native plants like native golden ragwort or switchgrass are not as hospitable.
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Families, longtime soccer fans and casual viewers mixed on the concourse, creating a festival atmosphere with chants, flags and interactive soccer activities on the field.
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That wistful undertow stems from Zimmerman’s casual acceptance of his advancing age.
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Bartlett’s posture is ramrod straight, his voice a pleasant, precise British lilt that’s nothing like his natural Australian accent.
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Dogs are welcome, and the shaded setting is a pleasant place to linger.
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Rent tubes from outfitters like Smoky Mountain River Rat and opt for an adventurous one-hour tube run to navigate a few rapids, or keep things more mellow on a two-hour family and dog-friendly route.
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The flavor was somewhere between a tangy sharp cheddar and a rich, mellow mild cheddar.
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In Colima city for coffee and a nice meal, visitors should bookmark Puerto Café and Cumbre, a restaurant and bakery that stands out in a scene of growing maturity and ambition.
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Johnson could provide a nice defensive partner with Flagg in the front court with Johnson’s rim protections and ability to switch on the perimeter.
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And those who like an easygoing cleaning experience opt for robot vacuums to clean every corner and crevice around the house.
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Later on, the easygoing, all-day menu caters to any cravings, from caviar and oysters to a casual croque monsieur, or competent steak tartare.
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“Affable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affable. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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