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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
Todd Gilchrist, Variety, 4 Nov. 2024
Back in 2018, Kaws made a spectacular statement with his towering figure made of 70,000 flowers.
—Joelle Diderich, WWD, 4 Nov. 2024
Sean Evans, Robb Report, 30 July 2024
The Canadian singer closed out the four-hour spectacular on the terrace of the Eiffel Tower after fellow powerhouse Lady Gaga kicked off the show on the bank of the Seine.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 26 July 2024
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Adjective
Unsurprisingly, that work was heavily sampled in the last four decades of his life, providing a spectacular variety of cues, melodies and more that songwriters and producers interpolated into next-generation classics.
—Todd Gilchrist, Variety, 4 Nov. 2024
Back in 2018, Kaws made a spectacular statement with his towering figure made of 70,000 flowers.
—Joelle Diderich, WWD, 4 Nov. 2024
Noun
The four-day spectacular, held at the Duke of Richmond’s 12,000-acre estate in the English countryside, is a chance for manufacturers and race teams alike to show off deafening cars from yesteryear (V10-era Formula One eargasm, anyone?), modern production cars, motorcycles, and more.
—Sean Evans, Robb Report, 30 July 2024
The Canadian singer closed out the four-hour spectacular on the terrace of the Eiffel Tower after fellow powerhouse Lady Gaga kicked off the show on the bank of the Seine.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 26 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spectacular
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In a chic throwback photo the British reality competition series shared on Instagram, the series judge, 84, casually leans across a bar top, wearing a long elegant gown, extravagant earrings and beehive-style hair.Charna Flam, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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On the spectator side, guests will have multiple extravagant viewership options: About 150 of the hotel rooms in the Amphitheater Tower have stage-facing balconies that are, at most, 200 feet from the stage — providing a private, mini-suite experience.Jessica Boehm, Axios, 20 Nov. 2024
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High-end options feature intense realism, including flocked finishes and incredible body detail.Alice Jones Webb, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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Before the snow flies weekly in western mountain towns, these crisp cold days can lead to incredible riding conditions—morning frost and just enough sun often give way to silky smooth hero dirt.Lily Ritter, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
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In 2022, alongside luminary directors, Martin Scorsese, Tom Ford, Chloe Zhao and Julie Dash, Radha was invited by The Met Costume Institute to reimagine one of its period rooms for the ‘In America’ exhibit.Katie Campione, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2024
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This particularly came into the spotlight two years ago, when a one-of-a-kind exhibit landed in New York City.Andrea Bossi, Essence, 4 Nov. 2024
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The graying convict sat slumped in a wheelchair — a far cry from the flamboyant woman who sometimes was mistaken for actress Elizabeth Taylor and who glided through rooms enveloped in the scent of gardenias, Kimes’ dad’s favorite scent.CNN.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 19 Nov. 2024
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Wearing a flamboyant wizard’s cape and perched behind a bank of cutting-edge synthesizers, Wakeman blasted lore-heavy songs derived on Arthurian legends.Jordan Hoffman, Vulture, 10 Oct. 2024
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Furthermore, the governor’s last extraordinary session was a transparent public-relations stunt.Steven Greenhut, Orange County Register, 15 Nov. 2024
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This extension was approved at an extraordinary general meeting held on July 18, 2024.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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Lensed by Tina Barney, the shoot depicts Ratajkowski in a beauty pageant.Hannah Malach, WWD, 2 Nov. 2024
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That’s why Elle’s character and Pete Seeger, Edward’s character, and Joan Baez, of course, and many others are more than just passing through in a kind of Hall of Presidents pageant.Shania Russell, EW.com, 8 Oct. 2024
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Sun Exposure: Part to full shade Soil Type: Moist, well-draining, rich Soil pH: Slightly acidic to Neutral (6.5-7.5) USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 9 Hostas are well known for their showy foliage—and their propensity to attract slugs and snails.Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2024
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The former President’s Boeing 757, known as Trump Force One, performed a showy flyover as thousands of supporters cheered.Peter Slevin, The New Yorker, 25 Sep. 2024
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Despite her long, phenomenal run of success and prestigious accolades, Detroit gospel star Twinkie Clark has never been big on self-congratulations.Brian McCollum, Detroit Free Press, 14 Nov. 2024
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Laura Donnelly is phenomenal as the older Helen, who is moved by a hardened, ancient wrath.Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2024
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“Spectacular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spectacular. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.
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