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[wawr-lawrd] / ˈwɔrˌlɔrd /


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The director laces a 16th-century period drama with a series of mysteries in his latest film, which centers on a samurai who rebels against the local warlord.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 30, 2026

The region is replete with dissidents loyal to warlord Nestor Gregorio Vera Fernandez -- better known as Ivan Mordisco, Colombia's most wanted guerrilla.

From Barron's Feb. 19, 2026

The military leader had been looking for co-operative allies, and Bai Suocheng - then a deputy of the warlord - fitted the bill.

From BBC Nov. 8, 2025

“I’m beyond honored to be here with amazing nominees,” said Sanada, who portrayed the quietly ambitious warlord Yoshii Toranaga, as he accepted the lead drama actor award.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 15, 2024

The thought of someone being so afraid that he had to sneak by made Chet feel like a warlord or warrior.

From "Hello, Universe" by Erin Entrada Kelly




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