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character

[kar-ik-ter] / ˈkær ɪk tər /




NOUN
portrayal of another
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In Hunter’s play, Metcalf plays a character who has no time for sentimental niceties.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

Once again, she’s writing sharply observed character studies with humor and charm.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

A police procedural about Dutton family son Kayce Dutton, a character who now works as an investigator, “Marshals” premiered on CBS in March, having been produced by Sheridan but written by someone else.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

Actor Justin Hartley stars in the show, which follows his character as he tracks down people for reward money.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

But there is one other character not yet present.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el




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