well-tempered
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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Rohrbaugh is seen as well-tempered and liked by the rank and file and other executives.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026
On the ride home from such a well-tempered shopping expedition, the car won’t be stuffed with color.
From New York Times ● Apr. 21, 2021
I played checkers with men who beat back the Hun in the Hurtgen forest and sang “Uncloudy Day” with old women who would trade all the shiny automobiles on this earth for one well-tempered mule.
From Washington Post ● Nov. 13, 2018
The dog is sweet, well-tempered, and loved by everyone who meets him.
From Slate ● May 22, 2017
Sheffield in olden times used to be famous for its keen and well-tempered whittles.
From George Brown by John Lewis
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