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poignance

noun as in pathos

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The poignance of Gaines’ practice lies in his ability to form entirely new, generative structures — a mindset with profound implications beyond art-making.

The beauty and poignance of Gaines’ practice lies in his ability to form entirely new, generative structures — a mindset with profound implications beyond art-making.

Despite Hank’s awfulness, he has a pathetic poignance.

Some entries will take on added poignance, Frémaux noted, due to current events.

Another “Fall Guy” co-star — an attack dog that responds only to commands in French — had particular poignance for Gosling.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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