bombast

Example Sentences

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Schwartz has composed an American time capsule of Broadway pop, with as much variety as “Wicked” though with less bombast and no real standout blockbuster numbers.

From Los Angeles Times

“The Supreme Court has made it crystal clear that only true threats are exempt from the freedom of speech — not hyperbole and political bombast.”

From Salon

Her words also offered a contrast to the bombast and confrontation that has typified most of modern American politics.

From BBC

And confetti cannons rained glitter over him as the brass bombast of Land of Hope and Glory rang out and a giant union jack appeared on the screen behind him.

From BBC

And throughout all of the bulging bombast, Qualley maintains determined eye contact with the camera, reminding the audience that both the character and the actor playing her remain in complete control.

From Salon