hellion

Example Sentences

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Nimona is a shape-shifter, a monster, a misunderstood hellion with a heart of gold.

From New York Times • Aug. 4, 2023

A little hellion, according to her own description, she was not adopted even after her picture and profile were featured as a child needing a forever home in The Seattle Times.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 27, 2021

The great Gurley, the hurdling hellion, just two seasons after being named NFL offensive player of the year.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2020

Nene was a 4-year-old Brazilian hellion often being told no-no, “probably causing trouble with other kids in day care.”

From Washington Post • Apr. 21, 2014

The Triple Crown winner was a hellion, repeatedly barging through the gate and dragging the assistant starter with him.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand