hot-headed
Britishadjective
Other Word Forms
- hot-headedly adverb
- hot-headedness noun
Example Sentences
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Mr D'Angeli appeared emotional as he told jurors how he had tried to help Harvey after the attack, and said that the defendant was often "hot-headed" around other students.
From BBC • Jul. 2, 2025
Meanwhile, the dairy farmers’ hot-headed, party-hearty offspring seem like the animals in need of taming.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2025
“As a captain, I have to be better. I was hot-headed at the moment and I’ve just got to make better decisions.”
From Seattle Times • Sep. 11, 2022
The years have not calmed Maverick from his impulsive, hot-headed style.
From Washington Times • May 12, 2022
It had a dynamic and strangely hot-headed young Henry wanting to rush out and buy a used single-engine airplane against the advice of his parents.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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