brilliant
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It was named so, Kim told the families, to signify the troops’ brilliant exploits.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026
"I think Sale have got a brilliant squad so hopefully I can add to that and we'll see what we can do next year."
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
During one orbit, Anders captured Earth's brilliant blue hue standing out against the vast darkness of space and accentuated by the desolate, grey lunar horizon in the foreground.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
"Our football loses not only a brilliant tactician, but a mentor, a visionary, and a national symbol who carried the tricolour to the highest peaks of global success."
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
Charles gazed at his wife’s brilliant spirit; five minutes turned to fifteen and still her figure remained.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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