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character

[kar-ik-ter] / ˈkær ɪk tər /




NOUN
portrayal of another
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Ali praised Dosanjh's ability to bring warmth and restraint to emotionally complex scenes, particularly opposite Shah's character who struggles with Alzheimer's disease.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Michael, in “All Her Fault” you are playing someone who could be a much more conventional detective character, but reveals more layers.

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

A defendant representing himself who called his own father as a character witness.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

“His language is pure and respectful, he attacks no man’s character or motives, but fights with arguments.”

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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