tyrant

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The newly identified species has been named Tyrannoroter heberti, which means Hebert's tyrant digger, in recognition of its discoverer, Brian Hebert.

From Science Daily • Feb. 11, 2026

They thought those who were in competing spheres of power would fight for their own prerogatives, but it’s clear that’s actually quite a rare occurrence when it comes to facing down a tyrant.

From Salon • Jan. 15, 2026

The author is a fan of this feminist hero but acknowledges that Rankin was a family tyrant with a short fuse.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025

"I think a lot of times the characters of female leaders have to be so 'on point' - and I love the idea of a woman being a tyrant in this period of history."

From BBC • Jan. 3, 2025

She is to be queen, but she is also stuck tending to a crazy old tyrant for the rest of her days.

From "We Were Liars" by E. Lockhart