ego
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Paul Alexander Nolan’s Max, the owner of a boardwalk video store who crashes into the lives of the Emerson family, puts on a Clark Kent facade to conceal his nefarious alter ego.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
"I think it was a little bit of my ego got in the way," Pimblett said on his YouTube, external channel reflecting on the fight.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
"His lawsuit remains nothing more than a harassment campaign that's driven by ego, jealousy and a desire to slow down a competitor."
From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026
In her company, Julian sheds most of his ego, engaging in intellectual tête-à-têtes about his past works and whether a forgery can ever really capture an artist’s intention and energy.
From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026
He was enchanted with himself, lost in his own ego.
From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys
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