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That charity, whose focus includes victims of sex trafficking, has been described by royal biographer Andrew Lownie as a "preposterously inappropriate cause" for Eugenie to be involved with.

From BBC Mar. 9, 2026

Their care was funded by great commercial wealth—among the most compelling characters here is the man whose bequest first financed the Innocenti: Francesco Datini, a preposterously wealthy, libidinous and melancholy-prone merchant.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 23, 2025

Learning English from reruns of “Law & Order,” the being now called Harry will preposterously succeed in his masquerade, and in doing so, join a community that will ultimately improve him.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 18, 2025

Sustaining a relationship with the world a show built is still possible; connecting with others over your shared love is preposterously easy.

From New York Times May 2, 2024

Instantly a preposterously deep, authoritative voice said, “Who is it?”

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson




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