as in gracious
friendly and easy to get along with
The hostess was very personable. He is a personable young man.
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Recent Examples of personable
With a sharp feel for political arithmetic and a slightly geeky approach to strategy, Hill-Lewis has cultivated constructive relationships with key figures in the ANC leadership, helped along by a personable, pragmatic style that plays well across party lines.
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Sam Mkokeli, semafor.com, 4 Feb. 2026
Coach Silverfield is a real personable guy and makes everyone feel welcome.
—Arkansas Online, 20 Jan. 2026
McIver, who is thirty-nine, with long dark hair and a ready smile, is personable and unguarded.
—Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 19 Jan. 2026
In addition to these textbook-worthy achievements, York was a personable, passionate, hands-on professor.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 18 Jan. 2026
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Sam Mkokeli, semafor.com, 4 Feb. 2026
Coach Silverfield is a real personable guy and makes everyone feel welcome.
—Arkansas Online, 20 Jan. 2026
McIver, who is thirty-nine, with long dark hair and a ready smile, is personable and unguarded.
—Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 19 Jan. 2026
In addition to these textbook-worthy achievements, York was a personable, passionate, hands-on professor.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 18 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for personable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for personable
Adjective
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From the gracious foyer to the expansive living room with horizonless views, every detail signals residential grandeur.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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Of all the Welk stars, the harmonizing Lennon Sisters have always been among the most gracious and congenial.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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What might be a pleasant wine on the ground often loses nuance or becomes imbalanced in flight since the low cabin pressure tends to mute aromas.—
Karla Walsh,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Feb. 2026
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Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is in full bloom, and water excursions like kayaking, paddleboarding, and snorkeling are also especially pleasant at this time of year, even if the water’s a bit chilly, at least to natives.—
Skye Sherman,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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What better way to celebrate all that is to come than with a colorful, cheerful manicure?—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
21 Feb. 2026
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Life underground is no longer the Pleasantville-like, cheerful place viewers first encountered in Season 1.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
20 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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From the charming streets of Valldemossa to the breathtaking beaches around Cala Mesquida, nowhere is further than an hour’s drive from the property.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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Dark, moody walls make the natural-wood bench and light floors stand out; a charming white dome pendant light ties the space together.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Having a set time to do individual work has been nice.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
19 Feb. 2026
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While more attacking and midfield options are always nice, Orlando’s real problem lies in replacing key defenders who departed in the offseason.—
Kyle Foley,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Weekend flea markets for local artisans and a pool that attracts all the pretty folks are set near an art-deco-meets-art-gallery interior and rooms that are a positive riot of rainbow palettes.—
Outside,
Outside,
17 Feb. 2026
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From Llombards, the path heads southwest along the cliffs, passing some of the island’s prettiest and most secluded calas, including Figuereta and Cala Marmols.—
Paul Richardson,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Injuries have limited the trio to 11 games together this season, making their first game since the All-Star break a welcome return.—
Broderick Turner,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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For families Families are welcome and kids seem rather well behaved, keeping the with the resort’s chill vibe.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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And for a sweet trip down memory lane, hit up the stalls dishing out nostalgic treats like candy and coconut wraps, Ding Ding candy, and dragon's beard candy.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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Merrill’s balance through the swing and bat-to-ball skill placed him in the top 1% and 14%, respectively, in launch-angle sweet-spot percentage and expected slugging percentage last year.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Personable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/personable. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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