formidable
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She says she has been "given courage to carry on" by the "tenacious, brave, formidable women" who attend MamaSuze.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Now that I’ve built the guy up, I don’t want to make him sound more formidable than he is.
From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026
AI is a unique and formidable challenge to our humanity that we must take seriously, as if our livelihoods and lives depend on it.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
The move will bolster an already formidable Rams pass rushing unit that has played a integral part in the Rams being among the favorites to win the Super Bowl at SoFi Stadium in February.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
I murmured an excuse and slipped away, leaving them to their own formidable devices.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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