wayward
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A father who lives next to a golf course is bemoaning the number of wayward balls that hit his home and says a child could end up in a coma if they were hit.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
Soon after, cardholders complained on social media about problems including delayed rent payments, wayward charges and trouble reaching customer service.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
Starring Nicholas Galitzine as a wayward Prince Adam trapped on Earth, “Masters of the Universe” adds a contemporary twist and some modern sensibilities to the lore.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
How long will the wayward cruise ship passengers stay in Omaha?
From Slate • May 14, 2026
Like a man reborn, he wanted to test and taste each thing now to see how it went; like a man risen up well from a long illness, he felt deep and wayward whims.
From "Native Son" by Richard Wright
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