dramatis personae

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Recent Examples of dramatis personae Courtney Cox’s Gale Weathers is among other Scream dramatis personae are back for part seven. Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 1 Mar. 2026 Nevertheless, the documentary footage also has a polished sheen to it, minimizing the separation between fact and fiction in a way that feels respectful of the subjects, putting them on the same level as the dramatis personae. Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2019 See All Example Sentences for dramatis personae
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Noun
  • On the spring 2026 runways, designers took to styling the humble piece not just an accessory but as the focal point of the ensemble.
    Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2026
  • The ensemble also includes Mabel Li, Amy Seimetz, Brad Alexander, Zarrin Darnell-Martin, Eva Foote, Isolde Ardies, Shechinah Mpumlwana, Birva Pandya and Kira Guloien.
    Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 6 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The large cast of smaller roles and chorus is excellent.
    Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
  • Food Network doesn’t seem to be done with The Kitchen, and the cast of the cooking series just gave an update.
    Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 5 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • For readers who aren’t financial historians, Lamont was referring to a joint stock company from the early (or earlier) days of capitalism, involving the United Kingdom’s financing during the War of the Spanish Succession.
    Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 1 Feb. 2026
  • Oklo — The nuclear technology company added nearly 3% after Canaccord Genuity initiated coverage of the stock company with a Buy rating.
    Sean Conlon,Alex Harring, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2025

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