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hoopla

[hoop-lah] / ˈhup lɑ /


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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

For all the hoopla over the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, Mills has noticed that many people remain unfamiliar with all its provisions and what they could mean for their finances.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 26, 2026

“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

Durbin declined the award this week given all the hoopla.

From Slate • Oct. 4, 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