wayward
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Jordan Pickford: Some wayward clearances in the first half and may feel he should have done better with the first Croatia goal.
From BBC ● Jun. 17, 2026
New-ball partner Lauren Bell was also unusually wayward early on and as a result 57 runs came from the powerplay, even with Shefali Verma and Harmanpreet falling for 11 and eight respectively.
From BBC ● Jun. 2, 2026
Soon after, cardholders complained on social media about problems including delayed rent payments, wayward charges and trouble reaching customer service.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 28, 2026
Starring Nicholas Galitzine as a wayward Prince Adam trapped on Earth, “Masters of the Universe” adds a contemporary twist and some modern sensibilities to the lore.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 14, 2026
The Grand Elder rose and embraced his wayward nephew and, beaming, led him into the hall.
From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill
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