sumptuous
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There were no immediate details on what kind of character Dern, 59, will play in the show, which typically involves murders, class tensions and sumptuous holiday spots.
From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026
It’s the kind of sumptuous aural fantasia Ms. Ware has perfected, and it’s emblematic of “Superbloom” as a whole.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026
Meanwhile, the sumptuous imagery and amiable pacing of “Wuthering Heights” trounce del Toro’s ghastly slog of a film.
From Salon • Feb. 23, 2026
The play, a sumptuous historical pastiche, is both an invitation and a daunting challenge to theater makers.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026
On their last evening, Mrs. Weasley conjured up a sumptuous dinner that included all of Harry’s favorite things, ending with a mouthwatering treacle pudding.
From "Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets" by J. K. Rowling
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