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steely

[stee-lee] / ˈsti li /










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Far from seeming like a steely leader in a rigorous era, he instead recalls all those gentle, soft, pouty-lipped dreamboats who pop up interchangeably in young-adult soaps on the streaming services.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026

Winocour’s filmmaking itself is as steely as a Parisian’s gaze after you order the last croissant à la pâtisserie.

From Salon • Jun. 29, 2026

"He's more steely than people think," one ally says.

From BBC • Jun. 27, 2026

But I look at this year’s official poster — Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis striking a steely pose from 1991’s “Thelma & Louise” — and can’t help but wonder if Hollywood has changed irrevocably.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

“You know what, you should tell him,” Mr. Ray said to Cork, his voice suddenly steely.

From "The Boy in the Black Suit" by Jason Reynolds




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