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spectacular

[spek-tak-yuh-ler] / spɛkˈtæk jə lər /


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The D-Day landings join more than 50 French sites already inscribed on the list, alongside the spectacular Mont Saint Michel island in Normandy and the Palace of Versailles.

From Barron's Jul. 26, 2026

The scientists said this unveiled "a simplicity underlying the spectacular diversity of birdsongs".

From BBC Jul. 23, 2026

The Wimbledon moms offer a spectacular version of a quieter question confronting many caregivers: What does it take to keep, reclaim or expand an athletic life after children?

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 20, 2026

There is little hope of recovering wealth in a country where mortgages and housing insurance are virtually nonexistent thanks to the spectacular demise of the national currency, the bolivar, and years of hyperinflation.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 19, 2026

He was supreme as usual; he was spectacular; he was singularly fabulous.

From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman

The documents describe how once inside the resort guests will experience "adrenaline-pumping coasters", "mind-blowing spectaculars" and will "come face-to-face with incredible creatures, heroes, and villains".

From BBC Jul. 3, 2025

The summer spectaculars coincided with the “Barbenheimer” phenomenon, a new reason to make going to the movies a big, social occasion again.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 16, 2023

In recent years, White was beloved by a generation of people who’ve never experienced broadcast television — or experienced it only through one-off spectaculars such the Super Bowl.

From Washington Post Jan. 1, 2022

In a year bereft of major action spectaculars and blockbuster theatrical releases, “Mank” has the opportunity to cut a wide swath through the technical categories, notching nods for its high-end production design, editing and costumes.

From New York Times Oct. 29, 2020

Inside, there were just about the same number of last-minute panics and snafus as at most 3-D spectaculars.

From Telempathy by Simonds, Vance




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