imperious
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Since then, they've been imperious, winning a second World Cup, reaching the final in 2017 and 2022, and lifting nine of the past 10 Six Nations titles.
From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2026
Since claiming the Iron Throne, however, she has been a whinging, imperious mess.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
The Italian said afterwards he had "needed that today" from the crowd to help him over the line - but his serve was almost imperious throughout.
From BBC ● Jul. 3, 2026
In Gainsborough’s painting Germain looks imperious and impenitent.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 13, 2026
Sister Ignatia gave an imperious glance at the nearest Sister.
From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill
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