masterstroke
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She writes, “The masterstroke of The Disappearers is that James lands the finish, a feat of generosity, compassion, and, as with the rest of this unforgettable book, unconquerable bravado.”
From Slate ● Sep. 9, 2026
Would Marmoush joining Tottenham be a masterstroke or risk?
From BBC ● Aug. 22, 2026
On the 37th move of a Go game between one of the world’s best players and a computer program developed by Google’s DeepMind lab, the AI made an unconventional masterstroke to win the game.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 8, 2026
While Ridgeley admits his manager's plan was a "masterstroke", he finds the more "touching aspect" is the impact the visit had on the people of China.
From BBC ● Jul. 18, 2026
But it is the masterstroke of the green spot, shining like a beacon in the middle of her forehead, that conveys the anguish of the girl’s confrontation with her inner self.
From "History of Art, Volume 1" by H.W. Janson
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