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as in extravagant
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as in incredible
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as in exhibit
an elaborate, visually exciting show or event
the larger-than-life spectaculars that make Las Vegas attractive to people with little interest in gambling
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Recent Examples of spectacular
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 June 2026
Not the most spectacular performer in this impressive Morocco side but Hakimi owned the right flank against Scotland, his forward runs creating space deeper for Brahim Diaz to drop into and clip incisive passes.
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Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
Jordan Robinson,
SELF,
19 Mar. 2026
For Valentine’s Day, their biggest day of the year, the shop will lean into the spectacular.
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Brock Keeling,
Oc Register,
4 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
Golfers can tuck into club sandwiches at the Fairways restaurant, situated on with a view of the spectacular greens.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 June 2026
Not the most spectacular performer in this impressive Morocco side but Hakimi owned the right flank against Scotland, his forward runs creating space deeper for Brahim Diaz to drop into and clip incisive passes.
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Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
Noun
Nothing this spectacular happens by accident.
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Jordan Robinson,
SELF,
19 Mar. 2026
For Valentine’s Day, their biggest day of the year, the shop will lean into the spectacular.
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Brock Keeling,
Oc Register,
4 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spectacular
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The 12 palatial pool villas are even more extravagant, with infinity pools, outdoor showers, and ethereal canopy beds.
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Fourth of July weekend is approaching fast, and Central Floridians can find a number of extravagant fireworks displays and special events to celebrate America’s 250th birthday.
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The South American squad secured the $350,000 prize and trophy after an incredible lower bracket run, overcoming an early playoff loss to Paper Rex.
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Instead, Curaçao goalkeeper Eloy Room made an incredible 15 saves and Ecuador walked away with a humbling result against an opponent it was heavily favored to beat.
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As a concept, the trucks seem to be inspired by the Freedom Train of the 1976 bicentennial, which carried founding documents and other historical exhibits around the country.
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The exhibit unfolded in partnership with Home of Football, a new cultural destination dedicated to the globally beloved game, which opened in the heart of New York’s design district between Chelsea and Hudson Yards on Monday.
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The perennial funnyman suffered an immense tragedy earlier this year with the loss of his daughter, Katherine, yet still wrings laughs out of flamboyant director Oliver Putnam on Only Murders in the Building five seasons in.
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The queen did not want to be flamboyant.
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Our work complements beautifully the extraordinary work that has already been done by the producers, sales agents and distributors of Mike Leigh’s films over the years.
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The Vietnam War was fought by young Americans thrust into extraordinary circumstances.
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The building hosted many notable events, including the Miss USA pageant in 2001 and 2002, a rally by President Barack Obama, concerts by Prince, Whitney Houston, Ludacris, LL Cool J and many others.
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The store became a sponsor of the Miss World beauty pageant, and John served as a judge for Miss Universe Great Britain, a significant recruiting pipeline for models.
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The 18-year-old followed that up with a showy performance at the World Championship and might be the most NHL-ready player in this draft.
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Perfect for cutting and drying, the showy flower heads consist of white flowers packed onto pyramidal panicles.
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The 2026 World's Cutest Rescue Dog winner will join the ranks of phenomenal pups, like 2024 winner rescue pit bull, Margot, and the one-eyed winner before her, Hobie.
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The group’s second album, self-titled and the first with Clayton-Thomas, proved a phenomenal success upon its release in ’68.
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“Spectacular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spectacular. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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