as in major
having great meaning or lasting effect
scientists have made a few minor discoveries in that area, but nothing earth-shattering
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Recent Examples of earth-shattering
The early inactives lists are out, and there’s nothing earth-shattering.
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Kevin Cusick, Twin Cities, 7 Sep. 2025
Not earth-shattering numbers, but their Premier League top-scorer was Paul Onuachu, with four.
—Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
Following the earth-shattering announcement, well-wishes and reactions started pouring in from sports stars, leagues and people from every corner of the world.
—Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2025
But Monday, Trump reversed course, saying Nvidia’s H20 chips that powered China’s earth-shattering Deepseek AI model could flow somewhat freely into China.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2025
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Kevin Cusick, Twin Cities, 7 Sep. 2025
Not earth-shattering numbers, but their Premier League top-scorer was Paul Onuachu, with four.
—Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
Following the earth-shattering announcement, well-wishes and reactions started pouring in from sports stars, leagues and people from every corner of the world.
—Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2025
But Monday, Trump reversed course, saying Nvidia’s H20 chips that powered China’s earth-shattering Deepseek AI model could flow somewhat freely into China.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for earth-shattering
Adjective
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With that being said, there has been a major injury scenario leading up to the game.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Oct. 2025
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Young people in Africa have been increasingly vocal, calling for major reforms amid growing unrest.—
Nimi Princewill,
CNN Money,
18 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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See the sportsbook operator's terms and conditions for important details.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Oct. 2025
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Tire tread depth - Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
18 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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This wholly bespoke drivetrain required some significant changes to the vehicle beyond just cutting a hole in the chassis.—
Tim Stevens,
Robb Report,
23 Oct. 2025
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With his unique falsetto, emotional delivery and irresistible backstory — retreating to a cabin in the woods following a pair of personal and professional breakups to record in solitude — Bon Iver earned significant industry respect and a devoted cult following.—
Andrew Unterberger,
Billboard,
23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Nichols previously found a historic penny there — notably, it was clipped to half its value.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
20 Oct. 2025
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Additionally, the trucks used to collect yard waste, which are the same ones used for leaf collection and large debris removal like the services needed during the historic flood in August, need to be replaced within the next few years.—
Bridget Fogarty,
jsonline.com,
20 Oct. 2025
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Bad Bunny represents none of these values; his drag performances and style are the opposite of what families expect on football's biggest stage.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
21 Oct. 2025
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Josephine was a big fan of the final look after trying on the costume.—
Erin Clements,
PEOPLE,
20 Oct. 2025
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“Earth-shattering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/earth-shattering. Accessed 25 Oct. 2025.
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