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as in rhetoric
full of fine words and fancy expressions
his letter to me was written in such a magnific style that I half wondered if he had penned it with a quill
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as in magnificent
large and impressive in size, grandeur, extent, or conception
the pyramids at Giza remain among the most magnific edifices the world has ever seen
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Recent Examples of magnific
From that moment on, the series teleports you through the magnific piazzas, infinite galleries, historic monuments, and palaces of Florence.
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Malik Peay, Essence, 24 Oct. 2022
Malik Peay, Essence, 24 Oct. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for magnific
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In an era that looked as if it might be defined by an American man of depraved cruelty, corruption, and shame, what a magnificent thing the Catholic Church has done.—
Jason Lemon,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 May 2025
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One-day entry costs $60 ($25 for students), or $80 for unlimited visits through Tuesday, a modest price for a magnificent experience to see masterpieces that may be on view for the first or last time.—
Natasha Gural,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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During Trump's first term, Pirro called for the jailing of FBI and Justice Department staffers, spoke on stage at a Trump campaign event, and ran rhetorical interference for him during his impeachment trials.—
David Folkenflik,
NPR,
10 May 2025
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His electoral mandate was forged in backlash to the President’s economic aggression, rhetorical slights, and apparent disregard for Canadian sovereignty.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
5 May 2025
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The wedding went off without a hitch, a glorious event on a glorious August day.—
Lian Dolan,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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This title is up for grabs in the most glorious of ways.—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
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Placing your plant in direct sunlight can cause the plant’s leaves to burn or turn a reddish purple color.—
Sheryl Geerts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 May 2025
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The Emmy Award-winning actress styled a floral midi dress in shades of purple, pink and light blue.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
21 May 2025
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An epic guide to the best motels in California The motel, a word born in California, turns 100 this year.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
16 May 2025
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Former University of Kansas guard Christian Braun turned in an epic performance in an elimination NBA playoff game Thursday night, helping keep alive the Denver Nuggets’ hopes of advancing to the 2025 NBA Western Conference Finals.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
16 May 2025
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On March 25, 2024, Homeland Security agents used an armored vehicle to storm the ornate front gate at the rap mogul's estate on uber-exclusive Star Island while executing a search warrant on the property, according to testimony from Homeland Security Special Agent Gerard Gannon, who led the raid.—
Janelle Griffith,
People.com,
21 May 2025
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Federal-style architecture features narrower and less ornate columns than those of the Georgian style.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 May 2025
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Expect a three- to four-hour trek of moderate difficulty, but the majestic views of the rocky coastline from the top are worth the trip. Visit Jardin de L’Albarda.—
Liz Provencher,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2025
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In a place as old and majestic as Rome, even the mundane can contain fascinating remnants of history.—
Ari Daniel,
Smithsonian Magazine,
15 May 2025
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The narrative continues to evolve, due in no small part to proud descendants of Hiram, James and Wallace.—
Jacoba Urist,
Smithsonian Magazine,
15 May 2025
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Jaylon is a proud alumnus of the University of Georgia.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
15 May 2025
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“Magnific.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/magnific. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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