temper
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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
While the tech giant has the means to fight in court, ongoing legal battles could temper a long-term recovery in its shares.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
And while his advancing years slightly temper the hype around him making a return to the England set-up, there is no doubt Sale will benefit hugely from his class on and off the field.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
Various reports that Iran has allowed some oil tankers to transit through the Strait of Hormuz have done little to temper Tuesday’s rise in oil prices.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026
Nhamo’s spirit had to be kept very busy to keep her from losing her temper.
From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer
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