nasty
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The temptation to amuse the audience led him to betray his duty to appraise the work of aspiring artists who tremblingly dared present themselves before His Nasty Majesty.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
"Nasty" is a culmination of Tinashe's relentless dedication to always trying something new and the public finally recognizing her genius even though she's been light years ahead.
From Salon • Dec. 28, 2024
What Have You Done For Me Lately was a sassy retort to DeBarge, while Nasty was written after Janet and her friend were harassed by a group of men on the streets of Minnesota.
From BBC • Jul. 24, 2024
“Poker has taught me more patience than anything,” said the Nasty Gal founder and “Girlboss” author, now in venture capital.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2024
“A fallen fairy. Nasty little creatures. Imps despise themselves as much as fairies adore themselves. Just as fairies are drawn to beauty, imps are drawn to ugliness.”
From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull
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