level-headed
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Varley was described in court as a self-confessed "Drama Queen" while McGowan-Fazakerley, reserved and level-headed, was the "Steady Eddie" in their relationship.
From BBC ● Jun. 18, 2026
It’s hard to say that all the nuclear countries are led by level-headed, wise, deep-thinking people.
From Salon ● Jun. 15, 2026
I got to see him in a very stressful time and he was level-headed and quite reasonable.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 28, 2026
"They always asked for a more moderate Bolsonaro, I've always been like this...balanced and level-headed," Flavio said after being tapped to lead his father's powerful conservative base.
From Barron's ● Mar. 11, 2026
Mom, Charlie, and Zooey were still talking in the kitchen; at least they seemed to have agreed upon a temporary ceasefire, probably thanks to Zooey, who’s far more level-headed than either my mom or brother.
From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson
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