as in extrovert
a gregarious and unreserved person
a career in politics appeals to him, but he's not a backslapper by nature
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extrovert
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Jary, a personable extrovert who rolled around town in a mobility scooter decorated in red, white and blue streamers, was hard to miss.—
Mary Divine,
Twin Cities,
19 May 2026 -
In less popular locations at slower moments, a business needs the social extroverts who love to talk and get to know their customers.—
Robert Niles,
Oc Register,
14 Apr. 2026
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“Backslapper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/backslapper. Accessed 27 May. 2026.
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