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also apocalyptical
as in climactic
of, relating to, or being a major turning point
the apocalyptic Battle of Stalingrad, which led to the ultimate defeat of Nazi Germany
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Recent Examples of apocalyptic
There’s a pre-apocalyptic chill in the air.
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Justin Chang, New Yorker, 13 Mar. 2026
Chris is a freelance journalist who, when not writing, skywatching or playing games, indulges his taste for horror, sci-fi and the post-apocalyptic.
—Chris McMullen, Space.com, 12 Mar. 2026
The post-apocalyptic dramedy ran for 10 episodes across one season in 2019, with Virgin River marking Kearsley's first return to the streaming platform since.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Mar. 2026
This type of apocalyptic thought has roots in the 19th century, when many American preachers turned toward more literal readings of the Bible.
—Shalom Goldman, The Conversation, 12 Mar. 2026
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Justin Chang, New Yorker, 13 Mar. 2026
Chris is a freelance journalist who, when not writing, skywatching or playing games, indulges his taste for horror, sci-fi and the post-apocalyptic.
—Chris McMullen, Space.com, 12 Mar. 2026
The post-apocalyptic dramedy ran for 10 episodes across one season in 2019, with Virgin River marking Kearsley's first return to the streaming platform since.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Mar. 2026
This type of apocalyptic thought has roots in the 19th century, when many American preachers turned toward more literal readings of the Bible.
—Shalom Goldman, The Conversation, 12 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for apocalyptic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for apocalyptic
Adjective
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The play’s climactic title song is unquestionably a banger, with all the energy of a Bourbon Street funeral and an especially wonderful performance by Reginald Chapman wailing on the trombone.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
17 Mar. 2026
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As rivalries ignite and alliances turn lethal, the season builds to a climactic reckoning that threatens to shatter the fabric of high society.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
17 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Having access to up-to-the-minute information and the ability to pivot plans rapidly has become a critical asset in ensuring seamless travel experiences.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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The same long-term planning that diversified the economy — non-oil activities now account for more than 77% of GDP — also ensured that critical logistics, energy, and trade systems were built with strategic redundancy.—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
17 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Though the mariachi ensemble didn’t play on the official recording — Mars’ band, The Hooligans, handled the studio production — the group played a pivotal role in shaping the visuals that have already captivated nearly 34 millions of viewers on YouTube, since its’ two-week release.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
13 Mar. 2026
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For the first two seasons, Labrinth has played a pivotal role in the show’s music, soundtracking some of the most emotional moments and creating a sonic identity for the series.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
13 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Isabella Vasquez scored the decisive eighth goal to finish the match.—
Ishmael Johnson,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Mar. 2026
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With core inflation well above the Fed's 2% target and little evidence of a decisive and sustained move toward that goal, policymakers will maintain their current policy setting.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
19 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Keeping high-ethylene producers away from climacteric fruits can keep them from ripening too quickly.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
15 July 2025
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For this reader, roughly the same age as Sam Raymond, there is uncommon pleasure in the paradoxes of this climacteric tale.—
Claire Messud,
Harper's Magazine,
22 June 2021
Adjective
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Most polls show voters rank the economy, voting rights, gas prices and other cost-of-living issues as higher priorities than transgender rights.—
Lia Russell
March 13,
Sacbee.com,
14 Mar. 2026
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Trump is risking falling into the Biden trap by asking Americans to endure higher prices for a war in the Middle East.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
The Washington Examiner,
14 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The early 1990s were a watershed moment for female health.—
Annalisa Merelli,
STAT,
12 Mar. 2026
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That made the company’s move to bring memory manufacturing back to Boise — with the 2022 announcement of a $15 billion fab — a watershed moment for Micron and the state.—
Angela Palermo,
Idaho Statesman,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Apocalyptic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/apocalyptic. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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