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rebellious

[ri-bel-yuhs] / rɪˈbɛl jəs /


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Harry was at one time among Britain's most popular royals -- a military and charity trailblazer with the fiery red hair and rebellious streak.

From Barron's Aug. 23, 2026

In another instance of playing a set of disparate characters, he was the imperious patriarch Joe Jackson in the former and the rebellious, empathetic whistleblower Hugo Wakefield in the latter.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 18, 2026

One of its writers, James Jeremias, was loosely inspired by “Interview,” which may be why Kiefer Sutherland’s rebellious vampire, David, feels spiritually closer to Lestat than the sparkly fang boys of “The Twilight Saga.”

From Salon Jun. 13, 2026

Sandwiched between his rebellious older brother, Dylan, and his know-it-all younger brother, Miles, Felix finds it easier to ignore the world around him.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 12, 2026

But Lupita was rebellious and decided to go ahead anyway.

From "Lupita Mañana" by Patricia Beatty




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