static character
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of static character
First recorded in 1900–05
Example Sentences
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On air, Mr. Pickles is a steadfast, noble presence but a static character.
From The New Yorker • Sep. 5, 2018
His daughter has taken over his idea that static character is less interesting or relevant than the dynamics of exchange.
From New York Times • Jan. 12, 2016
And part of that was just Saul Goodman per se is a static character.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2015
Waldman: Is it just me, or has she been a pretty static character this season?
From Slate • May 3, 2013
On the other hand, the static character of village life leaves the boy with little inspiration in his primary interests of play and his serious ideals of the noblest manhood.
From The Minister and the Boy A Handbook for Churchmen Engaged in Boys' Work by Hoben, Allan
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