sensational
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The sensational Brook, after a summer without a Test hundred, crashed the ball to all parts in hitting 114 not out from 49 balls to power his side to 254-4.
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026
Social media firms have long faced scrutiny over their use of allegedly addictive algorithms and stand accused of directing users to sensational or extreme content to keep them scrolling.
From Barron's ● Sep. 7, 2026
A jury began deliberations on Monday in the trial of a former Los Angeles gang leader accused of involvement in the sensational murder three decades ago of chart-topping rapper Tupac Shakur.
From Barron's ● Aug. 31, 2026
On the second play of the Chargers’ second possession, Herbert connected with wide receiver Quentin Johnston over the middle on a sensational 65-yard touchdown pass.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2026
The views were sensational, across lazy hills to the Adirondacks half a dozen miles to the west, but it was really hot.
From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson
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