as in beauties
something very good of its kind
the concert concluded with a humdinger of a fireworks display
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Visit in January for the best chance of enjoying these beauties in optimal wintry weather.—
Cailey Rizzo,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Jan. 2026 -
Snow on trees is one of nature’s beauties in winter, transforming snowy woods into a magical winter wonderland.—
Michelle Mastro,
The Spruce,
17 Jan. 2026
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Sadly, his college ball dreams didn’t come to fruition after the coach who called him up retired.—
Marina Watts,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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But your kid with pro athlete dreams is likely not part of the 70%.—
Jonathan Carone,
Parents,
13 Jan. 2026
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One of Richins’ doozies involved Irene Gilbert.—
Tony Schick,
ProPublica,
14 Aug. 2025
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While being given a tour of Lagado, the capital of Balnibari, Gulliver is taken to the Academy of the Projectors, where the rulers hope to profit from the technological wonders of pure science.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Jan. 2026
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Families will appreciate the new zero-entry Turtle Cove Adventure Pool, new waterslide tower, and the new Xplorers Club, which offers programs for children and families exploring Puerto Rico’s natural wonders and culture in hands-on ways.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
20 Jan. 2026
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Wednesday, July 28, Beef Goulash, California veggies, whole grain dinner roll, peaches, milk.—
Ramona Sentinel,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Jan. 2026
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This easy smoothie recipe calls for mangoes, peaches, and bananas along with a dash of honey.—
Ashlyn Ware,
Midwest Living,
16 Jan. 2026
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Made in Italy, the beauts are marked by incredible attention to detail and top craftsmanship, because every part of your body deserves to be treated with something this chic — earlobes included.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
13 Oct. 2025
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At the Gritti Epicurean cooking school, small groups are introduced to the marvels of Venetian culinary traditions in half-day to three-day courses.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
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The entry hints at the marvels inside and beyond.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
17 Jan. 2026
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“Humdingers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humdingers. Accessed 24 Jan. 2026.
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