good nature
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of good nature
late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50
Example Sentences
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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
“He brings friendship and good nature to the show, plus he has a very funny comedic voice and he makes it look easy,” Chieng adds.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 13, 2024
The court heard Connell was among a number of people who preyed on Mr Patience's "good nature" to borrow money.
From BBC ● Feb. 29, 2024
His uncle, with easy good nature, called to the children and took from some recess in his crumpled clothing a copper coin for each child.
From "The Good Earth" by Pearl S. Buck
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