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elegant

[el-i-guhnt] / ˈɛl ɪ gənt /


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"I'd always thought of Madrid as a very elegant and beautiful city and perfect for the kind of diplomatic atmosphere that I wanted for the story," he told a press conference earlier this month.

From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2026

"The handwriting is nothing like her handwriting in the original letter, which is almost a childlike scrawl. The second one is an elegant, joined-up cursive."

From BBC ● Oct. 21, 2026

These features surround the galaxy's prominent bands of dust, providing a deeper look at the energetic environment hidden within its elegant appearance.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 20, 2026

Tyler placed it between us with an elegant flourish; the steam carried the scent of glorious-secret spices.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 16, 2026

Margaret stood in readiness as a single, elegant envelope poked through the slot and dropped noiselessly on the tray.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood


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