dramatic
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More than a year of whipsawing tariff policy has caused dramatic swings in U.S. trade flows—but so far, little fundamental change in America’s identity as a major net importer.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
Amid the flurry of publicity for “Alice and Steve,” Walker isn’t sure what comes next; the series ends with a very dramatic cliffhanger, which could set up a second season.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
This 16% fluctuation then is pretty dramatic, but it’s not a one-off.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
The dramatic moment that lightning hit the roof, setting it alight, was captured by another resident.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
“What’s outrageous, sir, is your lack of organization. I’ve made dramatic improvements to your pencil tray.”
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
Vocabulary lists containing dramatic
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian
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Steve Jobs's Commencement Address (2005)
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