imperious
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He explains why Meryl Streep’s imperious magazine editor in “The Devil Wears Prada” is one of the few female characters in Hollywood to wear glasses in a favorable way.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
Ireland were blown away by France, sneaked home against Italy, were utterly imperious against England and then battled to a win against Wales.
From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026
Russell had looked the most likely to deliver pole all weekend and he was imperious all session.
From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026
But satisfaction isn’t in the cards for this general’s daughter, famed for her beauty and imperious style.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026
He presses his lips into an imperious line.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
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