well-liked
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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Jefferies analyst Brent Thill downgraded Workday’s stock to hold from buy on Monday, writing that he was worried about the “abrupt” departure of the company’s well-liked former CEO.
From MarketWatch
An Oscar win, at 55, would seem fitting for a multidimensional, seemingly well-liked Hollywood veteran.
From Los Angeles Times
During his 14 years as senator, Rubio was generally well-liked by his colleagues, who unanimously confirmed him as secretary of state -- a rarity in such polarized times.
From Barron's
“I don’t think you can overstate how influential he was at the national, state and local level and how well-liked he was,” Garcetti said.
From Los Angeles Times
According to people who knew Doyle, he shunned drugs and alcohol, was heavily into running and cycling and was well-liked by his neighbours - stopping for chats as he walked his dog around the estate.
From BBC
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