well-liked
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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In a tribute to Noah issued via police, his family described him as a "fun, bright, handsome, athletic" boy who was "incredibly well-liked".
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
Jefferies analyst Brent Thill downgraded Workday’s stock to hold from buy on Monday, writing that he was worried about the “abrupt” departure of the company’s well-liked former CEO.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 24, 2026
During his 14 years as senator, Rubio was generally well-liked by his colleagues, who unanimously confirmed him as secretary of state -- a rarity in such polarized times.
From Barron's • Jan. 6, 2026
“I don’t think you can overstate how influential he was at the national, state and local level and how well-liked he was,” Garcetti said.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 19, 2025
Which was the unhappy way the ball had been bouncing in Milagro for quite some time, and which was just another reason Eusebio Lavadie was not a particularly well-liked person in the Miracle Valley.
From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols
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