good nature
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of good nature
late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50
Example Sentences
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"We embrace it. I think it was done in good nature and it came from a very good place."
From BBC ● Jul. 16, 2026
It’s that kindness and good nature that Paddington, the London-dwelling bear by way of Darkest Peru, has always led with.
From Salon ● Jan. 20, 2025
His good nature and joy are clearly infectious.
From Slate ● Oct. 1, 2024
Stop taking his unbelievable good nature and inimitable team spirit for granted, or risk him following the lead of other misused talents in this era of athlete empowerment.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2024
I wondered what good nature she was talking about.
From "Louisiana's Way Home" by Kate DiCamillo
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