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grandiose

[gran-dee-ohs, gran-dee-ohs] / ˈgræn diˌoʊs, ˌgræn diˈoʊs /


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While not quite so grandiose, Valdez says discussions are ongoing regarding the bird’s future.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 29, 2026

Marsch is known for grandiose comments - exaggerated and emotional statements delivered to provide maximum impact.

From BBC Jun. 29, 2026

Look, if you can’t resist soaking up at least a little of the grandiose spectacle — either despite the awfulness of the larger meta-narrative or because of it — I won’t tell.

From Salon Jun. 11, 2026

It’s always been about the grandiose dreams of Donald Trump.

From Slate May 4, 2026

Such grandiose declarations were commonplace during Ceaujescu’s reign, for his master plan—to create a nation worthy of the New Socialist Man—was an exercise in grandiosity.

From "Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything" by Steven D. Levitt




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