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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
Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2025
There’s a spectacular tanginess to Lucia’s unique tone that drops it somewhere between Bjork and Paloma Faith.
—Charlie Mason, TVLine, 17 Mar. 2025
Brady MacDonald, Orange County Register, 30 Jan. 2025
If rides are your priority, go during parades and nighttime spectaculars.
—Eve Chen, USA TODAY, 20 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
Deborah Lund Interiors Deborah Lund Interiors designed a Chicago family’s dining room to be the perfect space for elegant dinners, group homework sessions, and a comfortable place to watch the city’s spectacular sunrises.
—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2025
There’s a spectacular tanginess to Lucia’s unique tone that drops it somewhere between Bjork and Paloma Faith.
—Charlie Mason, TVLine, 17 Mar. 2025
Noun
Universal has not yet announced if the two new nighttime spectaculars will stick around after Fan Fest Nights, return each spring during the seasonal fandom event or serve as a one-time only offering.
—Brady MacDonald, Orange County Register, 30 Jan. 2025
If rides are your priority, go during parades and nighttime spectaculars.
—Eve Chen, USA TODAY, 20 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spectacular
Adjective
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While Gaudí’s extravagant creations, in particular, are perhaps too spectacular to miss, there is much beauty and history elsewhere in this millennia-old city.—
Coke Bartrina,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Mar. 2025
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The sequel takes audiences from the idyllic suburbs of Connecticut to the glamorous backdrop of the Italian Riviera, where an extravagant wedding unravels into a murder mystery.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Under three pounds is extremely impressive for a two-person backpacking tent, and this setup manages to offer incredible weight reduction at a budget price.—
Alice Bennett,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Mar. 2025
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Kentucky, 2014:UConn knows all about beating an 8-seed that went on an incredible run through the tournament.—
Kels Dayton,
Hartford Courant,
20 Mar. 2025
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The exhibit, which was to open this year to coincide with the two anniversaries, highlights U.S. efforts to address the worst legacies of the war, Rieser said.—
David Rising and Aniruddha Ghosal,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Mar. 2025
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The exhibit will be open to the public from noon to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 19.—
Dominick Williams,
Kansas City Star,
19 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The star of this particular show is Momoa, who injects Fast X with a fresh burst of energy, playing a flamboyant, unpredictable villain who treats revenge as performance art.—
Travis Bean,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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Making these conjunctions, for instance, between the Saint-Chapelle, which is this jewel of flamboyant middle-age architecture, and an abstract mobile.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Diane von Furstenberg: Woman Before Fashion builds on that work with new vigor and a new dimension - the creative energy and conquering spirit of one extraordinary woman.—
Tom Teicholz,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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Musk contributed nearly $300 million to elect Trump, but he and his businesses are primed to reap extraordinary profits from his actions as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
11 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Spring's pink pageant is unfolding at the University of Washington, where the Quad's iconic Yoshino cherry trees are nearing peak bloom, an annual tradition that draws thousands of visitors to campus.—
Christine Clarridge,
Axios,
13 Mar. 2025
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But by his own admission, the scribe behind 25 Academy Award ceremonies and more than his fair share of Miss Universe and USA pageants has also penned some real flops.—
Elaina Patton,
IndieWire,
12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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First class on the Qantas Airbus A380 is a showy affair, equipped with high-end champagne and meals, fancy amenity kits, and doting service.—
Chris Dong,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Mar. 2025
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There’s an entertainment and information component, too — somewhat like eating at a chef’s table, with showy beverages instead.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Well, Pam Bondi’s done a phenomenal job in every respect.—
Sharyl Attkisson,
Baltimore Sun,
14 Mar. 2025
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For reference, the technology heavy NASDAQ has dropped over 9% this year despite nearly two decades of phenomenal performance.—
Jonathan I. Shenkman,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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“Spectacular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spectacular. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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