as in rhetorical
full of fine words and fancy expressions
high-sounding speeches full of promises that the candidates would never keep
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Adjective
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The unraveling of the once-cozy relationship is not just personal or rhetorical.—
Julia Khrebtan-Hörhager,
The Conversation,
24 Apr. 2026 -
For Republican Presidents, this has mostly been rhetoric.—
Zach Helfand,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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The interiors lean heavily into scale, with soaring ceilings, oversized windows, and ornate detailing throughout.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
24 Apr. 2026
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With its rounded corners, lofty windows, and ornate façade, the building incorporates elements from many periods and architectural styles.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Apr. 2026
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“High-sounding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/high-sounding. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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