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character

[kar-ik-ter] / ˈkær ɪk tər /




NOUN
portrayal of another
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"I am deeply committed to protecting and showcasing the craftsmanship and character that makes Burleigh unique, while helping to shape its future as a distinctive and meaningful British design and ceramics house," Bailey said.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

I still enjoy that thrill of going to work and playing the character.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Sentencing him, Mr Justice Constable KC said George had the ability to be friendly and fun, but he had "another troubling side to your character".

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Some authors want to give their main character a happy ending.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

“He’s sincerely rude. He knows everyone thinks of him as a character but he doesn’t think of himself that way. Steven lives inside his head.”

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis




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