imperious
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The 31-year-old was in imperious form, averaging 107 and 111, before another 100-plus average in the final.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
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
He has both the flush of youth and the imperious temper of a privileged young man who hasn’t grown up and probably never will.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
However, it was Sinner who edged the tight moments on Sunday, helped by his imperious serve.
From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026
Besides, the bears had never met anything quite like Lord Asriel’s own haughty and imperious nature.
From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman
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