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character

[kar-ik-ter] / ˈkær ɪk tər /




NOUN
portrayal of another
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Lomonaco is a central character in the “Top of the World,” as his arrival as the executive chef of Windows in 1997 boosted the restaurant’s culinary reputation.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 5, 2026

There will be a casting shuffle between seasons for the character of Ginny Weasley, member of the ginger clan and Harry’s future love interest.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 4, 2026

But he taught that suffering produces perseverance, and perseverance produces character.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 3, 2026

The Death of Robin Hood is based on a 17th Century ballad of the outlaw, starring Hugh Jackman as the reflective, battle-weary titular character at the end of his life.

From BBC Sep. 3, 2026

Mrs. Clarke was a sturdy sort of woman, stout in both build and character, and yet there was a wobble of fear in her voice as she answered her mistress.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood

Alas, Netflix Playground is an app for children 8 and younger, where kids can play games featuring characters from Sesame Street and Peppa Pig.

From Slate Sep. 5, 2026

It complemented his fragmented musical architecture, just as the blocked passions of the film’s characters are captured in his unresolved harmonies.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 4, 2026

But she admits the show would benefit if more "seasoned and colourful characters" from across the scene got involved.

From BBC Sep. 3, 2026

That was echoed by Scodelario, who plays one of the show's toughest and most assured characters, Susie Glass.

From BBC Sep. 2, 2026

But one of the characters is a Native American woman.

From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day




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