behold

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Fact: The speed, power, and precision of U.S. air and naval power is indeed something to behold.

From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026

Even when her film is utterly befuddling, it’s a joy to behold.

From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026

No surprise, then, that the revival of “Amadeus” that opened Sunday at Pasadena Playhouse is a marvel to behold.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

He tells me, I try that, it works for me, and lo and behold when the race comes, I might beat him.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

In the classical music world, 80 percent of the information available to the maestros was removed, and lo and behold, the maestros suddenly exercised much better judgment.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell