Roscius
Americannoun
noun
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full name Quintus Roscius Gallus . died 62 bc , Roman actor
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any actor
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Cadaverous, fast-cracking Jack White, rowdy Roscius of 52nd Street's 18 Club, is the film's most authentic touch, although it makes meagre use of his extraordinary repertory.
From Time Magazine Archive
He not only exonerated Roscius, but went on the attack against his two accusers, rounding on a known favorite of the then-dictator Sulla.
From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith
The actor is more born than made, in spite of the number of schools of acting that are supposed to be turning out successful rivals of Roscius, on recurring graduation days.
From The Thirteenth Greatest of Centuries by James J. (James Joseph) Walsh
As for Thaddeus Roscius Shea, he stared out upon the passing scenery with glazed and lack-lustre eyes, and held his peace.
From The Mesa Trail by H. Bedford-Jones
His wide, mobile mouth and chin differed from those of the wastrel Thaddeus Roscius who had lain in the road above the Bajada hill.
From The Mesa Trail by H. Bedford-Jones
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