as in exhibit
an elaborate, visually exciting show or event
the over-the-top extravaganzas that are usually staged at halftime during the Super Bowl
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Recent Examples of extravaganza
Production’s involvement in paying for cast extravaganzas is something Monique brought up in a confessional interview during season 10.
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Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 1 Mar. 2026
The Renowned Renaissance Faire Renowned Magazine hosts a Renaissance-style extravaganza at the Far Out Lounge featuring performances by SexPop, J’cuuzi, Big Wy’s Brass Band, Juni, Shiv, BabiDoll and Bridgette Bandit.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 27 Feb. 2026
In some neighborhoods, nearly every building is an architectural extravaganza—one neck-craning luxury tower after the next gleaming in the broiling desert sun, some garish, others elegantly avant-garde.
—Literary Hub, 26 Feb. 2026
Burberry, after all, closes the fall 2026 season tomorrow with its usual celebs-in-trenches extravaganza.
—Alice Newbold, Vogue, 22 Feb. 2026
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Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 1 Mar. 2026
The Renowned Renaissance Faire Renowned Magazine hosts a Renaissance-style extravaganza at the Far Out Lounge featuring performances by SexPop, J’cuuzi, Big Wy’s Brass Band, Juni, Shiv, BabiDoll and Bridgette Bandit.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 27 Feb. 2026
In some neighborhoods, nearly every building is an architectural extravaganza—one neck-craning luxury tower after the next gleaming in the broiling desert sun, some garish, others elegantly avant-garde.
—Literary Hub, 26 Feb. 2026
Burberry, after all, closes the fall 2026 season tomorrow with its usual celebs-in-trenches extravaganza.
—Alice Newbold, Vogue, 22 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for extravaganza
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The museum also runs changing exhibits with rotating displays on Bay Area sports, community impact, and special events.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
17 Mar. 2026
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In Johns Creek itself, The Art Center is home to exhibits, classes, and workshops.—
Amelia Mularz,
Architectural Digest,
17 Mar. 2026
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In the days after the assassination, TPUSA’s board appointed Erika Kirk — the now-widow, previously known more for her pageant background than any political leadership role — to take over as CEO, a move described as consistent with her late husband’s wishes.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Mar. 2026
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The 75th Miss Universe pageant takes place in Puerto Rico in November.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
4 Mar. 2026
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The comedian will be at the venue for the opening of the exhibition on March 22 for a live podcast and question-and-answer session.—
Richard Guzman,
Oc Register,
14 Mar. 2026
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Following a solid showing in his club’s exhibition draw against the Tigers, Bello started Monday’s game against Israel and was dominant.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
14 Mar. 2026
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For Valentine’s Day, their biggest day of the year, the shop will lean into the spectacular.—
Brock Keeling,
Oc Register,
4 Feb. 2026
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Nerds’ ad will air during the second quarter of the gridiron spectacular.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2026
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That suggests Season 3’s fight scenes will carry more narrative weight than pure spectacle.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Mar. 2026
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Some runways really have that brain chemistry-altering power, and the spectacle that Marc Jacobs created for the Louis Vuitton fall 2012 show is one such example.—
Rosie Jarman,
Vogue,
16 Mar. 2026
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Right now, some of the best spots to catch beautiful bluebonnet displays are around Brenham, Ennis, and the Hill Country.—
Newsroom Meteorologist,
Austin American Statesman,
19 Mar. 2026
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Given the show’s familiar blend of person-on-the-street stunts, chaotic celebrity interviews, and lewd displays, comparisons are inescapable.—
Eric Vilas-Boas,
Vulture,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Extravaganza.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extravaganza. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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