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palpable

[pal-puh-buhl] / ˈpæl pə bəl /




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"The dancers and I had a lot of fun," said Beckers, adding: "That enthusiasm is palpable."

From BBC • May 29, 2026

The excitement about what’s next for memory stocks is palpable, but some investors question whether it’s sustainable.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

But when the final whistle sounded on Tuesday, there was a palpable change in the air over North London.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

The excitement was palpable Sunday, opening day for David Geffen Galleries, LACMA’s new $724-million building that’s been sparking debate since its inception.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

It was palpable and menacing in away it had never been when he said, “I can’t come on Sunday until midafternoon,” or “I have to leave early today.”

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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