villain
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Broadway star Eden Espinosa, perhaps best known for playing Elphaba in “Wicked,” will be voicing the new villain Zandrya.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
Pratt’s handling of criticism reflects his years of practice as a reality TV villain: deflect and redirect without breaking a sweat.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
Kai Havertz took Arsenal closer to winning their first Premier League title in 22 years, but nearly went from hero to villain as he was fortunate to not be sent off.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
In an in-depth analysis of the issue, economist Robert Frank argued that inflation isn’t the villain.
From Salon • May 7, 2026
He’s a gentleman, if you please, this villain.
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
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