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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
John Timmer, ArsTechnica, 15 May 2025
Much like a poinsettia, the actual flower is insignificant, but the surrounding 3 to 6 colorful bracts are spectacular.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 14 May 2025
Chicago Tribune, 8 Mar. 2025
When millions of people tuned in to Super Bowl LIX on Sunday, they were treated to a New Orleans cultural spectacular during pregame.
—Chelsea Brasted, Axios, 9 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
China has been installing renewable energy at a spectacular rate and now has more renewable capacity than the next 13 countries combined, and four times that of its closest competitor, the US.
—John Timmer, ArsTechnica, 15 May 2025
Much like a poinsettia, the actual flower is insignificant, but the surrounding 3 to 6 colorful bracts are spectacular.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 14 May 2025
Noun
Featuring superstars such as Michael Jackson, Madonna and Gloria Estefan and produced by the likes of the Walt Disney Co. — a corporation that had its finger on the pulse of Americans of all ethnicities — the spectaculars were must-watch TV.
—Chicago Tribune, 8 Mar. 2025
When millions of people tuned in to Super Bowl LIX on Sunday, they were treated to a New Orleans cultural spectacular during pregame.
—Chelsea Brasted, Axios, 9 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spectacular
Adjective
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On Tuesday, May 13, Trump's visit included a coffee ceremony, participation in a Saudi-U.S investment forum, a visit to a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an extravagant state dinner.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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The family has plowed some of their wealth into an extravagant fleet of roughly a dozen Airbus and Boeing airliners converted into luxurious rides for a small number of passengers, as well as smaller business jets from Bombardier and Dassault.—
Jeremy Bogaisky,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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While there was no way HBO’s adaptation of The Last Of Us would ever be as incredible as the Naughty Dog game upon which it’s based, Season 1 did a pretty remarkable job nonetheless.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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And defensive ends Jarvis Moss and Derrick Harvey led an incredible performance against season-long No. 1 Ohio State, holding Heisman Trophy winner Troy Smith and the Buckeyes to 82 total yards.—
Stewart Mandel,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
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Interactive sports exhibit The California Science Center next to the Coliseum has opened a free interactive sports exhibit that will stay open through the 2028 Olympic Games.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2025
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The mountain’s storied past is detailed via interactive exhibits in the stylish Dr. T.W. Hardison Visitor Center, opened in 2021.—
Jack Schnedler,
Arkansas Online,
19 May 2025
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Felicity’s more flamboyant persona, meanwhile, is very glam black leather with silver trim.—
Bill Desowitz,
IndieWire,
10 May 2025
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Similarly, nearly all of Flannery’s inspirations for the Gemstones’ style are known for their flamboyant dress.—
Scottie Andrew,
CNN Money,
3 May 2025
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The show will feature a wide range of extraordinary cars, trucks, and vehicles along with live music.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 May 2025
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The film chronicles the extraordinary story of a group of inmates who defied the odds to create a timeless piece of art.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
22 May 2025
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Hudson was named second runner-up, but the two left the pageant hand-in-hand.—
Anna Lazarus Caplan,
People.com,
15 May 2025
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García represented Nicaragua at the Miss Universe pageant held in Mexico, where she was placed among the Top 30.—
Sarah Moreno,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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Weisz has the showy lead role (Kim Stanley, who played the same part decades ago, got an Oscar nomination for her efforts).—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
13 May 2025
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Bohemian Rhapsody might have been god-awful, but the role of Freddie Mercury was as singular as it was showy — that of an icon who demanded a place for himself in the spotlight through sheer talent and force of will.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2025
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The results were phenomenal, not just in terms of market share – but in creating genuine cultural impact.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
14 May 2025
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Pickens is a phenomenal talent at a premium position who is at the front end of his prime.—
Ted Nguyen,
New York Times,
13 May 2025
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“Spectacular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spectacular. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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