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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
Julia Gomez, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025
La Jolla’s spectacular scenery and village atmosphere provide a lot of opportunities for great photos.
—La Jolla Light, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Oct. 2025
Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 11 Aug. 2025
However, the summer spectacular is one of their most popular live music events.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 28 July 2025
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Adjective
Alaska still has a higher chance of seeing the spectacular phenomena than any state in the continental United States, but states closest to the border will also have a slight chance.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025
La Jolla’s spectacular scenery and village atmosphere provide a lot of opportunities for great photos.
—La Jolla Light, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Oct. 2025
Noun
This is a kinetic big-scale spectacular that needs to be seen on the big screen.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 11 Aug. 2025
However, the summer spectacular is one of their most popular live music events.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 28 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spectacular
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Gather with friends and while away the afternoon with magically spiked concoctions — whether sipping a Jasmine Peach or Cucumber Mint Mystic Tea — and extravagant savory and sweet treats.—
Kathryn Streeter,
USA Today,
24 Oct. 2025
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Andrew later invited the couple back to Windsor in 2006 for his daughter Princess Beatrice’s extravagant 18th birthday ball, according to Britain’s The Sun on Sunday newspaper.—
Lauren Said-Moorhouse,
CNN Money,
22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Obviously, Coop — incredible player and somebody who can play really anywhere in the secondary.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
5 Nov. 2025
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The shop brings the soul of Long Island’s incredible deli culture upstate, with a menu packed with hot Italian heroes, cold subs, and bagel breakfast sandwiches.—
Cat Sposato,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Nov. 2025
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And enormous murals, street art, and graffiti adorn the sides of countless buildings, effectively turning the Centro into an open-air exhibit.—
Jade Moyano,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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Those costumes from the original Broadway production, including the Schuyler sisters’ winter ball gowns, Hamilton, Jefferson and Burr’s suits, as well as King George’s outfit, are all featured among the exhibit, too.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Bands such as Nirvana, Pearl Jam and Soundgarden wore flannels to set themselves apart from more flamboyant 1980s rock and metal bands.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
28 Oct. 2025
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The pair bonded over punk and electronic music and cult films; after a few weeks of futzing with a Korg synthesizer, Ball enlisted his flamboyant new friend as a bandmate.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
23 Oct. 2025
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From inspiring conservation efforts to incredible animal encounters, our wildlife stories bring you closer to the creatures that make our planet extraordinary.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
4 Nov. 2025
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The combination produced extraordinary resolution and texture, but also a fair share of headaches.—
Tiana DeNicola,
Variety,
4 Nov. 2025
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The first Miss Ramona pageant was held in 1973.—
Regina Elling,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Nov. 2025
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The Miss Universe pageant is set to take place on November 21 in Thailand.—
Megan Cartwright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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With large, showy flowers and vibrant colors, the series marks a notable update to flame azaleas.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
24 Oct. 2025
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Hawke’s isn’t a showy performance, despite Lorenz’s brash persona.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
16 Oct. 2025
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Garrett is having another phenomenal season, and Collins currently ranks second in PFF’s pass-rushing grade among defensive tackles.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
22 Oct. 2025
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Learning that DeWanda was cast in Killing Faith was a phenomenal surprise.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Spectacular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spectacular. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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