spectacles
Example Sentences
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In an era dominated by hyper-violent blockbusters and larger-than-life action spectacles, Indian filmmaker Imtiaz Ali believes young audiences are searching for something deeper -- love that lasts.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
The planned spectacles — UFC Freedom 250 and the Freedom 250 Grand Prix — stray so far from the park service’s traditional mission and ethos that advocates and career employees are crying foul.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
There are press conferences and then there are spectacles, not always matching communication strategies.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
Live trading spectacles like this have exploded in popularity, evolving from local underground meetups to high-production events around the world.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
"Come on now, out with it! If Bruno has broken a window or smashed your spectacles, then I'll pay for the damage, but I'm not budging out of this seat!"
From "The Witches" by Roald Dahl
Vocabulary lists containing spectacles
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
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Mr. Popper’s Penguins
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