sweet-tempered
Americanadjective
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Etymology
Origin of sweet-tempered
First recorded in 1625–35
Example Sentences
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“Not Suitable for Work,” premiering Tuesday on Hulu, is an amiable, sweet-tempered romantic ensemble comedy with a heftier than usual emphasis on professional ambition.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 1, 2026
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 ● Aug. 25, 2022
The first, Feels Good Man, tracks Pepe’s journey to notoriety from the point of view of its creator, Matt Furie, a sweet-tempered, somewhat credulous California-based illustrator.
From The Guardian ● Sep. 25, 2020
A character actor who eventually played leading roles, Mr. Holm had a kind of magical malleability, with a range that went from the sweet-tempered to the psychotic.
From New York Times ● Jun. 19, 2020
“He is a sweet-tempered, amiable, charming man. He cannot know what Mr. Darcy is.”
From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen
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