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sensational

[sen-sey-shuh-nl] / sɛnˈseɪ ʃə nl /




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The 24-year-old has overcome her share of setbacks to achieve a historic haul of four European gold medals in a sensational seven days on home soil.

From BBC Aug. 17, 2026

Romell Glave declared "total domination" for Great Britain after leading team-mate Jeremiah Azu to a sensational European 100m one-two for the hosts, 24 hours after Amy Hunt's triumph in the women's event.

From BBC Aug. 11, 2026

Unwilling to join the voyeuristic crowd, Ms. Sampson urges readers to understand Sand’s socially transgressive behaviors in a less sensational context.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 7, 2026

Luke Littler defended his World Matchplay title in sensational style - and smashed Phil Taylor's tournament and final average records in the process.

From BBC Jul. 26, 2026

The stage was set for the first and most sensational face-off of the Cold War era in the United States.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau




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