ostentatious
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The Cheesecake Factory is indeed known for its ostentatious interiors.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 26, 2026
Known and loved for his sweeping, ostentatious romanticism and flair for dramatics of every kind, Russell’s films weave artistry into the human experience, making the two inextricable.
From Salon ● Oct. 22, 2026
A Peugeot salt and pepper mill worth £31.65 was also part of the collection but there was no police issued picture of the ostentatious Lalique salt and pepper grinders, bought in 2020 for £2,618.
From BBC ● Jun. 23, 2026
Jay Gatsby’s ostentatious fortune failed to win the love of Daisy Buchanan.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 27, 2026
For the next fifteen minutes, I follow Mother and Missus Whitworth from one ostentatious room to the next.
From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett
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