pally
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of pally
Example Sentences
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“For a four-year-old, an uncle is someone who gives you presents at Christmas and is pally with your parents,” says psychologist James Hampton of City, University of London, who was not involved in Kidd’s study.
From Scientific American ● Apr. 25, 2023
His pally, Sammy Davis Jr., wasn’t invited to John F. Kennedy’s 1961 inauguration and in response, the singer refused to go out of loyalty to the fellow Rat Pack member.
From Fox News ● Nov. 19, 2021
“But if you get too pally, the films won’t be any good,” quips Bale, letting out a roar.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 8, 2019
The pally co-hosts, who stood uncovered in the rain for more than four hours, insisted they were having the time of their lives.
From New York Times ● Jan. 2, 2019
“No,” Maggot lied, so Hugo wouldn't think I was being pally.
From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell
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