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Adjective (1)
I don't want to work with him because he's so bossy and always runs roughshod over me
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 17 Oct. 2024
Giving a clear direction is different than being bossy!
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 7 Oct. 2024
Each member has their quirks, from bossy Lucy to pensive Linus.
—Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 4 Oct. 2024
That same day, the full moon in Aries lights up your bossy 10th house of authority, spotlighting your professional pursuits and reputation in the world.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 23 Sep. 2024
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Adjective
With Venus in Sagittarius shining a light on your bossy 10th house of publicity, reputation and career matters, love and romance may suddenly intertwine with your professional pursuits.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 17 Oct. 2024
Giving a clear direction is different than being bossy!
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 7 Oct. 2024
Each member has their quirks, from bossy Lucy to pensive Linus.
—Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 4 Oct. 2024
That same day, the full moon in Aries lights up your bossy 10th house of authority, spotlighting your professional pursuits and reputation in the world.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 23 Sep. 2024
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“Bossy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bossy. Accessed 4 Nov. 2024.
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