thunderous

Example Sentences

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"I contradict myself / I transform," she added on a thunderous version of Saoko, from her second album, Motomami.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

James had a thunderous one-handed dunk off a lob from Austin Reaves in transition with 7:42 remaining in the third quarter that put the Lakers up by 17 points.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The remark drew thunderous applause before the joint session of the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

The 21-year-old was a striking presence in a routine to "Fear" by NF -- capped off with his famous backflip that prompted a thunderous ovation.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

The dragon faced him—and then, in a moment of cowardice or treachery, he turned and expelled a great and thunderous fart.

From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz