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character

[kar-ik-ter] / ˈkær ɪk tər /




NOUN
portrayal of another
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Ali praised Dosanjh's ability to bring warmth and restraint to emotionally complex scenes, particularly opposite Shah's character who struggles with Alzheimer's disease.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Whether it’s the senior analyst, the aging character actor, or the middling sports columnist at a financial newspaper, one must never underestimate a youthful competitor.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Constance, your character in “Love Story,” she embodies the other side of the glamour and the fame and the story that we all think we know.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Sentencing him, Mr Justice Constable KC said George had the ability to be friendly and fun, but he had "another troubling side to your character".

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Roz gave a friendly wave, and soon the flock was gathering around, curious to meet this odd character.

From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown




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