arrogant
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As somebody that’s been on the other side of notes or pushing back, what was it like playing that kind of arrogant executive that wants it his way?
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 12, 2026
Following last Saturday's 3-1 defeat at Coventry City, captain Granit Xhaka questioned the team's "courage", weeks after France defender Nordi Mukiele claimed the side had become "arrogant".
From BBC ● Nov. 4, 2026
We are an arrogant species, frustrated by our humble place in this ecosystem.
From Salon ● Nov. 1, 2026
Mr. Whitford, the “West Wing” star, who took over as Kaffee in the original production, here portrays Jessep, the hard-driving, arrogant officer memorably played by a snarling Jack Nicholson in the film.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026
The people loved peace and quiet and, because of this, they were pleased by decent princes, while the soldiers loved a prince with military spirit who was cruel, arrogant, and rapacious.
From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli
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