as in friendship
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a feeling of friendliness among a group of people
Those camping out in line for the store's grand opening soon developed a cheerful bonhomie. the bonhomie of strangers singing together around a campfire
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Recent Examples of bonhomie
But despite the apparent bonhomie between Xi and Macron, the French president’s visit so far has resulted in little beyond bolstering Beijing’s diplomatic credentials, as world leaders turn to China seeking economic assurances due to Trump’s tariffs, analysts say.
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Reuters, NBC news, 5 Dec. 2025
Whatever bonhomie might have existed ended in 2020, the New York Times noted, as Diddy backed President Joe Biden in the election.
—Victoria Bekiempis, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2025
The spirit of bonhomie between them was palpable as some reconnected and others connected for the first time.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Sep. 2025
The bonhomie is also notable considering the different approach taken elsewhere.
—Alex González Ormerod, Time, 6 Sep. 2025
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Reuters, NBC news, 5 Dec. 2025
Whatever bonhomie might have existed ended in 2020, the New York Times noted, as Diddy backed President Joe Biden in the election.
—Victoria Bekiempis, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2025
The spirit of bonhomie between them was palpable as some reconnected and others connected for the first time.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Sep. 2025
The bonhomie is also notable considering the different approach taken elsewhere.
—Alex González Ormerod, Time, 6 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonhomie
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The files also appear to confirm their friendship remained intact after Epstein pled guilty in June 2008 to charges of solicitation of prostitution and of solicitation of prostitution with a minor under the age of 18 — and was sentenced to 18 months in a minimum-security facility.—
Camille Behnke,
NBC news,
23 Feb. 2026
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Whether that friendship gave Rob strategic insight into the game is an open question, but the link is already fueling speculation.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
23 Feb. 2026
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Ballet North Texas’s new show Winter Mix, a tribute to nature, harmony and classical grace, is set to premiere this week.—
Alyson Rodriguez,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Feb. 2026
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According to the ancient texts, distress and diseases (like infertility) occur when our doshas—the body’s three basic constitutions—fall out of harmony.—
Annie Daly,
Vogue,
19 Feb. 2026
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Their journey from a fractious dynamic and rocky road to fraternal camaraderie was rooted in the fact that Shawn grew up in poverty, facing constant adversity, while Jack grew up in a stable household without wants.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Feb. 2026
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Advertisement But in skating—and among women in particular, such camaraderie hasn’t been the norm.—
Alice Park,
Time,
22 Feb. 2026
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And love for leadership and mentorship and comradeship and all the good stuff sports stands for and gives opportunities for.—
Pat Gallen,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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Over the session and a half of his presidency, Albritton has provided steady leadership that emphasizes collegiality.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 Feb. 2026
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Despite the broader hostility, Bondi and Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA), a frequent Trump critic, reached a brief moment of collegiality.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Feb. 2026
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While the current crackdown playing out in communities across the country is unprecedented, concerns about officer training and readiness have been building for years.—
Blake Ellis,
CNN Money,
27 Feb. 2026
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Furthermore, local governments have a duty to work with communities to insist that public school systems keep AI away from classrooms for younger students.—
Tiana Lowe Doescher,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Feb. 2026
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Liberated from this approach to economic warfare, relations with allies may recover some of their former cordiality.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
20 Feb. 2026
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All that being said, cordiality may be the path of least resistance for the sake of your other relationships.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Denver Post,
12 Dec. 2025
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The product is designed for use in retail and home service settings, with capabilities that include delivering items and providing companionship in household environments.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Feb. 2026
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Klæbo has companionship during the long training camps, a willing golf partner, company with which to shoot the breeze.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Bonhomie.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonhomie. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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