formidable
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Among new friends in London, Mary’s studiousness makes her a formidable intellect.
From Salon • May 20, 2026
"To do it alongside the formidable Emma Willis and the utterly brilliant Josh Widdicombe makes it even more special. I'm ready - sequins, nerves, and all...please bear with me. Love Jojo."
From BBC • May 19, 2026
Women are much more formidable than people give them credit for in this age.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
Anthony Puzo, who oversees his father's literary estate, said Trigiani was astonished to learn that the character of Vito, the formidable Corleone family patriarch, was inspired by his grandmother.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
The head teacher, the boss, the supreme commander of this establishment was a formidable middle-aged lady whose name was Miss Trunchbull.
From "Matilda" by Roald Dahl
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