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Harris’s film, though, trades brainy barbs for some pretty vicious violence as a set of twins, badly scarred from a childhood fire, go on a journey to confront the root of their trauma.—Juan A. Ramírez, Vogue, 8 May 2026 But artists are often great at subverting expectations, and the Renaissance Society, a beloved arts venue at the University of Chicago known for its brainy exhibitions, has for several years now invited artists to direct its annual benefit, known around town as the RenBen.—Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 16 Apr. 2026 Kirsten, on the other hand, is hard-working, determined and brainy.—Janice Neumann, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026 And Maya Sofia Enciso has a quieter, more focused, manspreading energy as the brainy, ambitious and secretive Matt.—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for brainy