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revelation

[rev-uh-ley-shuhn] / ˌrɛv əˈleɪ ʃən /


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Ronald Reagan’s diagnostic revelation in 1994 was a watershed event in promoting awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and has been followed by many more high-profile disclosures.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 20, 2026

Even as the story leads to the inevitable outcome of its title, there is still a sense of surprise and revelation.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026

"He was a revelation," said former manager Danny Lennon.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Stories that rest on personal anecdotes always leave space for doubt, which could make the Times piece more of a Rorschach test for one’s existing politics than an election-shifting revelation.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

Such a public revelation only brought about irritating questions.

From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas




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