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The professor was known for his brilliance.
the brilliance of a diamond
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That had been their brilliance to do that for many years prior to meeting us.
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Gabe was a unique combination of musical brilliance, kindness and sharp wit.
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Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 3 Mar. 2026
The Boise State men’s basketball team has traversed the 2025-26 season without a true team leader, instead relying on individual nights of brilliance from one of several players to win games.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 1 Mar. 2026
Gabe was a unique combination of musical brilliance, kindness and sharp wit.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Feb. 2026
Mullen had offensive brilliance.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2026
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“Brilliance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/brilliance. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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brilliance
noun
bril·liance
ˈbril-yən(t)s 
: the quality or state of being brilliant
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