Example Sentences

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They worry about being statesmanlike or about settling scores.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 30, 2024

I understand that he was probably in shock but that moment became instantly iconic and it was anything but calm and statesmanlike.

From Salon • Jul. 15, 2024

In public, Mr. Bruton and Mr. Major cultivated an image of statesmanlike collaboration.

From New York Times • Feb. 9, 2024

This has played well with an electorate that likes its leaders genteel and statesmanlike.

From BBC • Sep. 1, 2023

“I welcome Chairman Khrushchev’s statesmanlike decision,” Kennedy announced.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin