“Adelaide's charms are compelling. It's not a huge place; the size is manageable, the traffic absurdly light.”

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The speaker is saying that Adelaide feels appealing because it is easy to get around and does not seem overwhelming. The focus is on its modest scale and light traffic as reasons it feels pleasant.

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About Miriam Margolyes

British and Australian actress and comedian

Miriam Margolyes is a British and Australian actress and comedian. Born in 1941, she is known for character roles on film, television, and stage, and for a long career that has made her a familiar screen presence. She won the BAFTA for Best Supporting Actress for playing Mrs Mingott in Martin Scorsese’s The Age of Innocence (1993). She also became widely known for portraying Professor Sprout in the Harry Potter films from 2001 to 2011. In 2002, she was appointed OBE for services to drama.

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