sensational
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The sensational trial of Holmes ended in her 2022 sentencing to more than 11 years in prison for fraud and conspiracy.
From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026
During Maye’s sensational 2025, he demonstrated two traits that made his game appear mature beyond his years: his ability to avoid turnovers and his touch on deep passes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
It has also drawn sustained — and occasionally sensational — national attention since Raman’s buzzer-beating entrance in February.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026
Gabriel moved into the club's Premier League 2 squad this season and scored sensational goals in his first two games.
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026
It would not have been so bad if the average individual were not torn between the enormity of the charge, if true, and its sensational folly, if false.
From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov
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