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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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Early on, when Jeselnik discovered Bret Easton Ellis’ work, it felt revelatory.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 5, 2026

Among his many books was John Paul II: Man of History, a revelatory biography of the former Pope.

From BBC Jul. 20, 2026

It is absolutely revelatory regarding how Ma Rainey sang, how it mattered, and who she was.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 20, 2026

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

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

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth




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