sensational
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Following the files’ release, journalists understandably focused on the most prominent and sensational cases.
From Salon • Jun. 20, 2026
That is where benefit of doubt should exist, not on some emotional and sensational story.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 13, 2026
Williams had said the chance to play in front of her children was the driving force behind her sensational return and she provided a memorable moment for them.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
His defence pushed back on "sensational" allegations against him, arguing that some claims "sound bizarre and secretive" because the nature of intelligence work "can be bizarre and secretive".
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
I can see the Tangerine Times photos of the sensational senior placekicker Erik Fisher and his anonymous holder.
From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor
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