prosaic
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Mr. Warshaw’s argument is, in fact, something considerably more prosaic: a category error dressed in prophetic clothing.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
While Liverpool, Manchester United, Arsenal, Manchester City and Chelsea are global brands followed by millions, with stars on the pitch and in the stands, the English second tier has traditionally been a more prosaic affair.
From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026
But a new report argues that the real engine of Indian generosity is far more prosaic - and vastly larger.
From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026
If we must have a fourth and fifth “Avatar,” Cameron should ditch these increasingly prosaic battlefield thrills for something really bold: Follow the kids to alien college for a mumblecore movie.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 16, 2025
They were too happy, precariously so, and she wanted to guard that bond; she feared that marriage would flatten it to a prosaic partnership.
From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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