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playwright

[pley-rahyt] / ˈpleɪˌraɪt /


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Speaking to Congress, Charles broke the ice with a quote from Irish author, poet and playwright Oscar Wilde to make a point about the "special relationship" between the United States and Britain.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

The open-mindedness that Dufault, a trans playwright, brings to the play creates some dramatic slack.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

“John, this is Athol,” Bookholane said, gesturing to the legendary South African playwright Athol Fugard.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

Dame Iris was also a philosopher, playwright and academic, whose books explored morality, love and human relationships.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

Still, he hadn’t earned enough money as a playwright to support his family.

From "Spooked!" by Gail Jarrow




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