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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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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

That halted expensive and potentially, for both sides, revelatory legal proceedings.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

Candid and unsparing with its author’s often acerbic views, “Miles” is a revelatory look at the man whose blazing ambition created the epitome of cool.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

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

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth




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