character
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The suave Hernández character Domingo appeared briefly but was conked on the noggin by White, who also achieved Five-Timers status, but as a musical guest.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026
Lawrence has found a character formula viewers find appealing, and Carell’s affability sells Greg’s stumbles, even ones pulled from the annals of early aughts bro comedies.
From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026
"It is clear then that not everything throughout a long season will go your way," said Lijnders, "but it shows character again and mentality that he comes back in this fashion."
From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026
And the second is a question of character: They cannot mind when he shouts at them for hours every single day.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
The stubbornness of his character stood him now in good stead.
From "Abel's Island" by William Steig
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