imperious
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He explains why Meryl Streep’s imperious magazine editor in “The Devil Wears Prada” is one of the few female characters in Hollywood to wear glasses in a favorable way.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
He ran afoul of some in the orchestra and of its imperious head, Ernest Fleischmann.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026
However, it was Sinner who edged the tight moments on Sunday, helped by his imperious serve.
From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026
The Scots landed seven scores and a half century of points against the previously imperious but now seriously beleaguered French.
From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026
Charges against Oldham's imperious rule ranged widely, from unfair administrative procedures to threats and intimidation.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
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