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blockbuster

[blok-buhs-ter] / ˈblɒkˌbʌs tər /
NOUN
depth charge
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Big energy returns bolstered a blockbuster corporate-earnings season and added momentum to the artificial-intelligence-led rally that has pushed the stock market to records.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

But I also adored that Frémaux was so clearly tickled to valorize an audience-thrilling blockbuster, because Cannes can do that, too.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

That may be largely because none of them were blockbuster deals.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

OAKLAND, Calif.—Attorneys for Elon Musk and OpenAI began making final statements Thursday, closing out the third week of a blockbuster trial litigating the past—and potentially the future—of the AI revolution.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

As Chauncey Burr continued a lecture tour west into Cleveland, Ohio, he readied Ruth’s blockbuster confession for release.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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