hoopla

Example Sentences

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But the hoopla surrounding the contest to own this Old Hollywood giant ignores the fact that Old Hollywood is past its prime.

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

It was 45 years ago, back when the event had far less hoopla surrounding it.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 31, 2025

“Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere” kicked off AFI Fest last week with all the hoopla befitting a film about one of America’s most iconic artists.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 2025

“It was more challenging to pair this case and find a firm willing to take on the PR and the hoopla than a normal one,” said Skyler Beltran, another county commissioner.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 20, 2025

When the hoopla died down a bit, Mr. Lucas said to my father, “You’re right about that, son. Can’t go to the courthouse without a bride.”

From "Gone Crazy in Alabama" by Rita Williams-Garcia