protagonist

Example Sentences

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"The film stands out, just like its protagonist," he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

In the film, the protagonist Rumi finds herself torn between her responsibility as a demon hunter and her secret identity as a half-demon.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

A protagonist like Claire—faced with ethical dilemmas and a backstory she’d like to keep secret—is usually surrounded by the guileless and the innocent.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

In “Luna Likes,” the prickly protagonist is directly inspired by her experiences growing up, as well as the bond she shared with her dad over Bourdain’s “Parts Unknown” show.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026

Helen, once a peripheral figure in these discussions, became the epicenter, instigator, and protagonist.

From "The Color of Water: A Black Man's Tribute to His White Mother" by James McBride