characters
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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It brings multidimensional Black characters, a nuanced depiction of the barriers to doing the right thing, and predicts the anger simmering years before the Crown Heights and Los Angeles race riots.
Led by Keke Palmer and Jack Whitehall and featuring a quirky cast of characters, Peacock’s horror-comedy mystery series dilutes some the suspense but it’s still a good time.
From Los Angeles Times
With such vividly realized characters, the Coens portray a truth far larger than the crimes they purport to retell.
From Salon
Its ensemble is still a well-oiled machine powered by the performers’ chemistry and clear affection for each other and their characters’ tangible vulnerability.
From Salon
The characters are half-, let’s say three-quarters-formed, which is formed enough; everyone plays their part.
From Los Angeles Times
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