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Recent Examples of congeniality
Even more than his strong, octave-surfing Ontario accent, his willed congeniality—a mix of natural reserve and a morbid aversion to pretense—spoke to something in my bones.
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Michelle Orange, Harper's Magazine, 14 Dec. 2023
One person’s smile might mean congeniality or joy, while others might be a nervous expression of fear.
—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
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Michelle Orange, Harper's Magazine, 14 Dec. 2023
One person’s smile might mean congeniality or joy, while others might be a nervous expression of fear.
—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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for congeniality
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Most of us rely on visual shortcuts, such as bright colors that might suggest warmth or friendliness, while dark, edgy imagery might be read as rebellious or intense.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2025
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Now able to delegate most responsibilities to her staff, Trish credits her business’ growth and longevity to friendliness and empathy.—
Bradley Hohulin,
IndyStar,
2 July 2025
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Topline President Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s months-long friendship continued to devolve in spectacular fashion this week as the world’s richest man and the world’s most powerful man engaged in a brutal back-and-forth on their respective social media platforms and beyond.—
Sara Dorn,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Maintaining friendships takes a lot of intention, experts said.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
30 June 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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But while Trump and Putin speak of each other with cordiality, relations are testier between the two countries than the rhetoric would indicate.—
Astha Rajvanshi,
NBC news,
26 May 2025
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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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Playful, affectionate, and highly intelligent, Rocco thrives with active guardians who can provide him with both structure and companionship.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
4 July 2025
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Many cats thrive with companionship—especially if they have been socialized with other cats early in life.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 June 2025
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The tests centered on problem-solving and sociability, throwing up some interesting results.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 June 2025
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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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No private person’s natural rights could trump those of the community: preserving peace, order, and comity.—
Fara Dabhoiwala,
Harpers Magazine,
4 June 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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The Light On White design aesthetic celebrates nature’s inspirations in a search for harmony, simplicity, and raw beauty.—
Dan Howarth,
Architectural Digest,
7 July 2025
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That’s because this light, crisp and refreshing style is all about balance, and striking the right harmony among the ingredients.—
Erik Ofgang,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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“Congeniality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/congeniality. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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