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revelatory

[ri-vel-uh-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee, rev-uh-luh-] / rɪˈvɛl əˌtɔr i, -ˌtoʊr i, ˈrɛv ə lə- /




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This is in keeping with a revelatory conversation Mary has with Mr. Collins in which he introduces her to Aristotle’s theory about achieving happiness.

From Salon Jun. 25, 2026

But Houdon’s mastery of terracotta—which here still bears traces of what may be the artist’s own fingerprints—is revelatory.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 12, 2026

The director of “Drive My Car” continues his process-centric exploration of workplace relationships in this quietly revelatory movie, one with a centerpiece conversation that merits comparison to the long walks of Richard Linklater’s “Before” movies.

From Los Angeles Times May 22, 2026

Many ufologists and UFO enthusiasts were keenly aware that, while they found the release "underwhelming," the tranche of information could likely be revelatory to the average reader.

From BBC May 8, 2026

A few times he makes a revelatory noise, a “hmm!” or an “ah!”

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth




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