gloriously

Definition of gloriouslynext

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Recent Examples of gloriously But with the addition a few years later of singer Steve Perry, the group found its gloriously dramatic sound and began racking up hits one after the next (though critics were rarely kind). Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026 Norman, who also leads a host of gloriously entertaining tours around London and beyond, built this show around the same idea — that even the driest elements of history become much more fun when everyone is invited to join in. Rebecca Rosman, NPR, 31 Aug. 2026 The Ashkenazi Jewish casserole, also known as lokshen kugel, can be sweet or savory, dense or airy, topped or gloriously crispy on its own. Sarah Jampel, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Aug. 2026 Co-written by Marla Mindelle, Constantine Rousouli and director Tye Blue, the gloriously unhinged spoof has been packed with pop culture references, internet jokes and Easter eggs since its Off-Broadway debut in 2022. Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 28 Aug. 2026 Exploring Indonesia—an archipelago of more than 17,000 islands—over more than a decade has led me to some truly jaw-dropping beaches, some gloriously desolate, others vibrantly alive with international travelers, expats, and locals. Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 26 Aug. 2026 Supercar unveilings are usually gloriously theatrical but the reveal of the latest one has been called ‘the greatest ever’ by some observers across social media. New Atlas, 25 Aug. 2026 Anna Biller’s gloriously lurid ghost story proves that killing your wife may only be the beginning of your problems. Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 18 Aug. 2026 This mix of modernity and tradition works well, both inside and out, where a stroll around the ground’s perimeter switches quickly from feeling gloriously old-school to being brought right up to date. Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gloriously
Adverb
  • Thank the lord, this is a purely retro and analog experience that bops along quite deliciously.
    Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
  • All of which means the table is deliciously close heading into this weekend.
    Duncan Alexander, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
Adverb
  • Amenities and experiences The hotel’s main attraction is its rooftop pool and lounge, which, though a bit small, is nicely outfitted with couches, high top tables and wicker chairs and offers views of surrounding skyscrapers and Biscayne Bay.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Together, the look balances out nicely—a monochromatic finish with just a touch of personality.
    Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 10 Sep. 2026
Adverb
  • The payoff of those 30 years spent experimenting, playing with ingredient permutations, and cultivating an international following is the dedicated pizzaiolo's delightfully airy where the devil is in the dough.
    Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Emma Corrin wore a delightfully bizarre Miu Miu ensemble in 2021.
    Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 11 Sep. 2026
Adverb
  • Last year for my birthday, two of my closest friends gifted me this beautiful Bellocchi casserole, which worked great alongside the yellows and greens of the sunflowers as an unconventional but perfect salad bowl.
    Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 18 Sep. 2026
  • To this end, Ochs is offering some great-looking, sexy dresses and going-out tops for spring.
    Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 14 Sep. 2026
Adverb
  • The Hunting Wives, season two The enjoyably ridiculous sapphic drama starring Malin Akerman and Brittany Snow will bring back most of the cast with several big additions, including John Stamos, Dale Dickey, and WNBA All-Star Angel Reese.
    Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2026
  • The extremely soapy, enjoyably satirical true-life drama chronicles love, rampant betrayal and a brazen murder plot through three decades of the iconic Gucci fashion house.
    Brian Truitt, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Adverb
  • Being dependable sometimes means choosing one thing and doing it well.
    Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Her committed advocacy is well known; her brilliance in recognizing a constellation of facts and weaving them together to find solutions is another part of her legacy.
    Susan Daria Landino, Hartford Courant, 20 Sep. 2026
Adverb
  • That friction, between floppy and finely made, sits at the heart of Esh’s ever-evolving vision for his namesake label.
    Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026
  • The characters around Alex and Ruari are less finely shaded, some for the better and some for the worse.
    Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 18 Sep. 2026
Adverb
  • In those interviews, the brothers are charmingly self-effacing and humble, a far cry from the braggadocious, aggressive posturing that defined their early celebrity.
    Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2026
  • No movie has ever been made worse by Mads Mikkelsen, who plays our Big Bad, while Waller-Bridge has great comedic rapport with Ford as his charmingly roguish sidekick.
    Frank DeRuggiero, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Sep. 2026

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“Gloriously.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gloriously. Accessed 22 Sep. 2026.

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