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as in theatric
having the general quality or effect of a stage performance
the basketball player's dramatic announcement of his sudden retirement held everybody spellbound
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as in theatrical
given to or marked by attention-getting behavior suggestive of stage acting
oh, don't be so dramatic, and just tell us, without the pregnant pauses, what happened
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as in noticeable
likely to attract attention
a dramatic drop in the temperature overnight
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Recent Examples of dramatic
Soon, attention will turn back to the pitch for what will probably be another dramatic campaign.
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Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2025
But to reinvent himself as an equally effective comedic and dramatic actor in his late 40s and 50s — largely due to his roles as Saul Goodman and Jimmy McGill on Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul — is something nobody saw coming.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 14 Aug. 2025
And, if her social media track record is any indication, the big reveal is likely to come with a dramatic, staged photo op.
—Tabitha Parent, People.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Spike Lee’s mastery in joining the protagonist’s dramatic emotional beats with the uptick of musical tempo illuminates the filmmaker’s intuitive skill of hearing story pacing in music.
—Malik Peay, Essence, 13 Aug. 2025
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Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2025
But to reinvent himself as an equally effective comedic and dramatic actor in his late 40s and 50s — largely due to his roles as Saul Goodman and Jimmy McGill on Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul — is something nobody saw coming.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 14 Aug. 2025
And, if her social media track record is any indication, the big reveal is likely to come with a dramatic, staged photo op.
—Tabitha Parent, People.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Spike Lee’s mastery in joining the protagonist’s dramatic emotional beats with the uptick of musical tempo illuminates the filmmaker’s intuitive skill of hearing story pacing in music.
—Malik Peay, Essence, 13 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dramatic
Adjective
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There's a noticeable difference between similar comforters made with down and down alternatives.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
22 Aug. 2025
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The lines on the court illustrate the noticeable boundary differences.—
Merlisa Lawrence Corbett,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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Prior to its theatrical release, the English-language version of the film will premiere in the Centerpiece section of the Toronto International Film Festival on September 7.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
21 Aug. 2025
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The slate will be available to Prime members across more than 240 countries and territories shortly after their theatrical releases.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
21 Aug. 2025
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So far, the World Games 2025 is the most prominent global appearance for this hip hop dance form since the Paris Olympics in August 2024, at least in a sporting context.—
Jason Pu,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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Sawfish look prehistoric and are named for their most prominent feature: their long, flat rostrum, with spiky scales that look like teeth.—
Jack Prator,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 Aug. 2025
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Using their hands to control the different nuances of their operatic speech in real time is a challenge.—
Sabbir Rangwala,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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This operatic, expressionist drama is an absolute feast for the eyes, giving fashion aficionados a new North Star and inspiring a cookbook of Lecter’s most delectable dishes.—
Tanya Melendez,
EW.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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The hang-loose vibes inspire a menu that is relaxed and inviting, yet executed with precision and remarkable consistency.—
Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 Aug. 2025
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That is remarkable given the majority of its rents, paid by the NHS, are effectively underwritten by the government.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Garcia has tremendous reflexes and is a commanding presence in the box.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
16 Aug. 2025
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Barnsdall is home to Frank Lloyd Wright’s first Los Angeles commission, Hollyhock House, with its commanding monolithic forms, geometric ornamentation, and modern take on Mayan Revival architecture.—
R. Daniel Foster,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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While both teams boast impressive lineups, the tournament host site will also be one of the stars of the weekend.—
Zach Schenfisch,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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That means that New Line and Warner Bros.’ horror sensation Weapons will be listed as the official winner of the Aug. 22-24 frame with $15.6 million in its third outing for a horrifyingly impressive global cume of nearly $200 million, or $199.4 million through Sunday.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Aug. 2025
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That is the title of a striking piece of artwork hung high above the London skyline, depicting a brooding photograph of Mikel Arteta marking out something that looked like stream-of-consciousness ideas in black paint.—
Amy Lawrence,
New York Times,
14 Aug. 2025
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With its long, silky coat and striking appearance, the breed is also known for its spirited nature, which can make early training an energetic undertaking.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Aug. 2025
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“Dramatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dramatic. Accessed 29 Aug. 2025.
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