Example Sentences

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Her appearance was radiant and quick, and the reconciliation was terse and unsatisfying; she gave Mr. Rosenberg a brief, affectionless hug as she walked off the stage.

From New York Times • Jun. 3, 2013

Watson achieved some fame in the early 1900s by advocating a mechanical, rigid, affectionless manner in child rearing.

From Salon • Oct. 13, 2012