Example Sentences

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Prior to the pandemic we had only nodded congenially at each other if we passed the mailbox.

From Slate • Apr. 24, 2020

In “Infinite in All Directions,” he sought to reconcile science and religion, or at least create space for them to work congenially in their own orbits.

From Washington Post • Feb. 28, 2020

Asked if he has a favorite candidate for the 2020 election, he waved it off, but more congenially this time.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2020

We nodded at each other congenially and he stirred his coffee.

From The Guardian • May 6, 2017

“Welcome to Insomnia Con!” the bearded man boomed from the front of the class, beaming congenially around at all of them.

From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon