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as in cheerful
having or showing a good mood or disposition
she was a bright, winsome gamine who could draw a smile out of anyone
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as in charming
likely or intended to win one's affection
in her new role, the actress again displays the winsome charm that has made her an audience favorite
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as in adorable
having qualities that tend to make one loved
an actress who specialized in playing winsome ingenues in romantic comedies
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Amsterdam’s Jordaan district, within the central ring of canals but traditionally a quiet residential area, is now frequented by selfie-snapping visitors — many of them drawn by rapturous descriptions on social media of the neighborhood’s winsome domesticity.
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Laura King, Los Angeles Times, 11 Aug. 2024
Her short, winsome and unpretentious solo set did an even nicer job of setting a table than all the servers busy setting up dinners in the Bowl’s box areas.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 24 July 2024
The Trump candidacy provides plenty of reasons for Democrats to wince, but one winsome lesson: nothing lasts forever, not even a terrible showing that has prompted recriminations aplenty inside Democratic circles.
—Philip Elliott, TIME, 10 July 2024
The winsome whiskered one and her sweet snack van will make stops on Saturday, June 22, in Walnut Creek; Saturday, June 29, in San Francisco; Saturday, July 13, in San Jose; and Saturday, July 20, in Pleasanton.
—Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, 21 June 2024
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Laura King, Los Angeles Times, 11 Aug. 2024
Her short, winsome and unpretentious solo set did an even nicer job of setting a table than all the servers busy setting up dinners in the Bowl’s box areas.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 24 July 2024
The Trump candidacy provides plenty of reasons for Democrats to wince, but one winsome lesson: nothing lasts forever, not even a terrible showing that has prompted recriminations aplenty inside Democratic circles.
—Philip Elliott, TIME, 10 July 2024
The winsome whiskered one and her sweet snack van will make stops on Saturday, June 22, in Walnut Creek; Saturday, June 29, in San Francisco; Saturday, July 13, in San Jose; and Saturday, July 20, in Pleasanton.
—Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, 21 June 2024
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After a few still-entertaining but slightly off seasons, host Matt Lucas was replaced by Alison Hammond, whose cheerful ebullience has buoyed the vibes in the tent.Meredith Blake, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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Fans left with new friends and cheerful smiles, feeling lucky to have experienced all The Green Room had to offer, thanks to PATRÓN Tequila. Check out the full gallery HERE!Matt Tighe, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2024
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From a delicious lunch and exclusive vineyard tour at Daou Family Estate to a charming visit to the small town of Calistoga, and an intimate dinner at Promontory, one of Napa’s most renowned wineries, each moment left a lasting impression.Erica Wertheim Zohar, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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Imagine your charming Lowcountry cottage captured in a single, elegant emblem.Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2024
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The duo even amassed a social media following on TikTok and Instagram, where Longo would post adorable videos of the sweet creature.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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The model and Cravings cookbook author, 38, shared adorable new video footage of her four kids with husband John Legend to her Instagram grid on the evening of Monday, Nov. 4.Jen Juneau, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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But, looking for the positive, many shared their hopes that Steven's future would be bright soon enough.David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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Upcoming event: Join business's brightest minds and boldest leaders at the Fortune Global Forum, convening November 11 and 12 in New York City.Jason Ma, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2024
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The contents painted a vivid picture of one man's struggles: My dear Irene, Thank you for your letter and the flowers - almost the last breath of summer.Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 2 Nov. 2024
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His 1986 campaign for Congress pitted him against his dear friend Julian Bond, a fellow activist then serving in the Georgia state senate.Barbara Spindel, The Christian Science Monitor, 31 Oct. 2024
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History has its Eyes on You Many young voters are both more optimistic and worried today about America than at any other time in their life.Earl Carr, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Polling conducted for Newsweek in early October found that 51 percent of voters thought the U.S. economy was heading in the wrong direction, compared to 30 percent who were optimistic about its trajectory.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Pet of the Week Amber is a sweet lab mix who came to us after being found as a stray with her 2 siblings.Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, arkansasonline.com, 3 Nov. 2024
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In removing some of the stress around pet health, the hope is that pet parents will be more present to enjoy the unconditional love, companionship and sweet moments shared with pets.Jessica Ourisman, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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Lake Tahoe does look beautiful, especially by boat.Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 24 Oct. 2024
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To get those beautiful pops of color, start your annuals in late fall or early winter.Kristin Guy, Sunset Magazine, 24 Oct. 2024
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“Winsome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/winsome. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.
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