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sullen

[suhl-uhn] / ˈsʌl ən /


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The actress continued with the National Theatre for another two years including a performance as Mrs Sullen in the Restoration comedy The Beaux' Stratagem in Los Angeles.

From BBC • Sep. 27, 2024

Sullen in the South: Oh my goodness, just say you want to move back.

From Washington Post • Nov. 30, 2022

Sullen men sit with filthy dogs and beg.

From The New Yorker • Jul. 8, 2019

Sullen during those last two seasons in Milwaukee, Segura is now among the most effusive players in the clubhouse.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 18, 2017

Sullen faced, the boy named Sridar stepped away as Arul joined us.

From "The Bridge Home" by Padma Venkatraman




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