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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
Government data shows that foreign residents in Japan have increased from 2.2 million to 3.8 million over the past decade, a slight and slow opening up prompted by a dramatic decline in birth rate, though foreigners still only account for 3% of the nation’s 120-million-strong population.
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Chad De Guzman, Time, 1 Aug. 2025
One of her kids gave her a camera, and with it Cameron revolutionized photography by manipulating her exposures to soften and blur, for dramatic results.
—Hilton Als, New Yorker, 1 Aug. 2025
First, the White House could be aware that the dramatic shock of tariffs has less power to sway trade deals when staged a second time.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 1 Aug. 2025
The move marks a rare and dramatic intervention in federal economic reporting.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 1 Aug. 2025
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Chad De Guzman, Time, 1 Aug. 2025
One of her kids gave her a camera, and with it Cameron revolutionized photography by manipulating her exposures to soften and blur, for dramatic results.
—Hilton Als, New Yorker, 1 Aug. 2025
First, the White House could be aware that the dramatic shock of tariffs has less power to sway trade deals when staged a second time.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 1 Aug. 2025
The move marks a rare and dramatic intervention in federal economic reporting.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 1 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dramatic
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For later stages, incorporating regenerative in-office treatments can make a noticeable difference.—
Elycia Rubin,
HollywoodReporter,
30 July 2025
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Ay Papi’s Whitethorn Rose Single Origin Live Rosin Infused Gummies are colorless and melt in the mouth with a noticeable musky cannabis flavor accompanied by sweet, tropical fruit notes.—
IRENE ADELINE MILANEZ,
Sacbee.com,
28 July 2025
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Discovery in the second quarter from A Minecraft Movie to Sinners with theatrical revenue up 38% as the company prepares to separate into two.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
7 Aug. 2025
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This helped offset a decline in Motion Pictures revenue, which fell by $175 million year-on-year, driven in part by a softer theatrical slate.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
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Of note, Axon is represented in the matter by Jeffrey Kessler of Winston & Strawn LLP, perhaps the world’s most prominent sports litigator, who got his legal career started under Quinn at Weil Gotshal.—
Chris Deubert,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Keenan – who is best known for fronting acts such as Tool and Puscifer – has been noted for years as one of the more prominent artists to discourage the usage of phones during live performances.—
Tyler Jenke,
Billboard,
5 Aug. 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 school's Board of Regents voted unanimously Thursday, July 17, to dismiss Scott Piper, an operatic tenor who taught voice in the School of Music, Theatre & Dance.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
17 July 2025
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Windward heightens one’s senses and underscores Lockhart’s remarkable eye for color, composition, light, and shadow.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
7 Aug. 2025
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The law is a remarkable intervention into the operation of private sports businesses and reflects a bewildering failure to learn from the legal structure and operations of American sports leagues.—
Chris Deubert,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Paxton has held a commanding polling lead for months, fueling concern among national Republicans that his nomination could give Democrats a stronger shot at flipping a longtime red seat.—
Ramsey Touchberry,
The Washington Examiner,
2 Aug. 2025
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Trent Grisham also mashed a three-run shot off the right-field foul pole to give the Bombers what looked like a commanding 9-4 lead.—
James O'Connell,
New York Daily News,
2 Aug. 2025
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Announcing its lineup on Thursday, July 31 (Australia time), the festival is led by the impressive blend of Jelly Roll and Shaboozey – both of whom are making their Australian debuts as part of the festival.—
Tyler Jenke,
Billboard,
31 July 2025
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The Australian put on an impressive show in mixed conditions at Spa-Francorchamps, finishing 3.415 seconds ahead of teammate Lando Norris and 20.185 seconds ahead of Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc in third, stretching his championship lead to 16 points.—
Yara Elshebiny,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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With its long legs and vivid orange facial skin, the secretary bird is one of the most striking raptors in the world.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, which earned its official designation as a national lakeshore in 1970, is one of the Midwest’s most striking natural landscapes.—
Katherine Lawless,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Aug. 2025
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“Dramatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dramatic. Accessed 12 Aug. 2025.
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