sweet-tempered
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- sweet-temperedness noun
Etymology
Origin of sweet-tempered
First recorded in 1625–35
Example Sentences
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Baker, detectives learned, had been a sweet-tempered practitioner of Wicca, a form of nature worship that shunned violence.
From Los Angeles Times
It is also tenacious and generous, with a sweet-tempered approach to its audience interactions.
From New York Times
Tour de France organizers confirmed the death Thursday in a tribute to the sweet-tempered rider known as much for his close finishes as his victories.
From Seattle Times
With her bright blue eyes, dimpled cheeks and wide smile framed by a heart-shaped face, White was often cast as the sweet-tempered sparring partner in many domestic comedies — a type she later slyly played against on “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” on CBS.
From Los Angeles Times
After 14 years of caring for my sweet-tempered brother, he died at 32 from a massive seizure.
From Washington Post
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