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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
The grizzled, affable founder of Kea Divers, Tzavelakos was the catalyst for the creation of the Kea Underwater Historic Site, which was designated as a marine conservation park in 2022 and includes three shipwrecks.
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Rachel Howard, Travel + Leisure, 14 Apr. 2025
The wanderers include an affable priest (Jacques Develay).
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 4 Apr. 2025
The affable executive is known for taking things — and change — in stride, and is given props for deftly helping to lead the studio during uncertain times.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2025
So after Ware was schooled, all too often caught out of position against the outside-inside game that resulted in a toxic case of pick your poison for the affable big man, the next chore is going back to school.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 21 Apr. 2025
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Rachel Howard, Travel + Leisure, 14 Apr. 2025
The wanderers include an affable priest (Jacques Develay).
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 4 Apr. 2025
The affable executive is known for taking things — and change — in stride, and is given props for deftly helping to lead the studio during uncertain times.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2025
So after Ware was schooled, all too often caught out of position against the outside-inside game that resulted in a toxic case of pick your poison for the affable big man, the next chore is going back to school.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 21 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for affable
Adjective
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Although the London Marathon’s entry rules are currently unaffected, British conservative media and tabloid newspapers are already putting pressure on the event to change its policies.—
Abby Monteil,
Them.,
25 Apr. 2025
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Will Brandy be stuck in that alt-reality forever or emerge unscathed and unaffected?—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The building itself includes 24-hour concierge service and features a gracious lobby with a residents’ lounge.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
29 Apr. 2025
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Throughout the conversation, maintain a gracious tone regardless of immediate outcomes.—
Kara Dennison, SPHR, CPRW, EC,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Within the church, Francis shifted the pastoral practice toward a more hospitable, welcoming attitude toward those who had long felt excluded.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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This genetic isolation, the authors of the study reasoned, suggested the region likely wasn’t a migration corridor that linked sub-Saharan Africa to Northern Africa despite the Sahara’s hospitable conditions at the time.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The assault is alleged to have taken place in June at 2 Sisters 4 Brothers Restaurant and Lounge, a casual eatery and dance venue in New York City's East Harlem neighborhood.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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Dress up in the Madewell Linen Maxi Slip Skirt, or keep things casual with the Anthropologie Colette Linen Mini Skirt.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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Thus, a trip to a coin-exchange kiosk (or a bank, or credit union) can yield a pleasant surprise.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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There are many pleasant features of playoff basketball.—
Shane Young,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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Hyers comes across as perhaps the most mild-mannered, mellow coach who’s ever put on a uniform.—
David O'Brien,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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California beach towns — like Ventura, Pismo Beach or Encinitas — tend to be outdoorsy and mellow with a hint of boho energy.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Elite firepower, stingy defense, and all-world goaltending to tie a nice bow on it.—
The Athletic NHL,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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There may be a nice bunch of grapes, a couple slices of melon, and a hunk of juicy homegrown tomato.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
3 May 2025
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The actress also has a daughter named Miranda. 04 of 06 Will Sasso and Molly Drews Will Sasso, who acts as Mandy’s loveable and easygoing dad, has been married to Molly Drews since December 2022.—
Caroline Blair,
People.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Styling spring and summer’s cutest sandals is easier than ever, thanks to fashion’s current easygoing energy.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Affable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affable. Accessed 10 May. 2025.
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