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spectacular

[spek-tak-yuh-ler] / spɛkˈtæk jə lər /


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The spectacular implosions of big deals over suspected AI use are forcing a reckoning over creativity, trust and the future of the industry.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 18, 2026

China's Tianwen-1 mission already landed a rover named Zhurong on the surface of Mars in 2021, in one of the most spectacular successes of Beijing's space programme.

From Barron's Aug. 16, 2026

As reintroductions go, it was solid, not spectacular.

From BBC Aug. 15, 2026

"This data release provides some spectacular SDSS-V data that we are sure people will make excellent use of," said Dr. Juna Kollmeier of Carnegie Science, the SDSS-V Director.

From Science Daily Aug. 14, 2026

And once in a while someone really spectacular comes along who reveals the godliness of all humanity.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx

The documents describe how once inside the resort guests will experience "adrenaline-pumping coasters", "mind-blowing spectaculars" and will "come face-to-face with incredible creatures, heroes, and villains".

From BBC Jul. 3, 2025

Disneyland has awesome nighttime spectaculars, but if you want to spend less time waiting around for a great spot for shows like ”Fantasmic!” and ”World of Color,” watch the second viewing.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 20, 2023

The expansion of the best picture race to 10 nominees has made room for all sorts of previously snubbed movies, from Marvel spectaculars to Pixar tentpoles.

From New York Times Sep. 15, 2022

In recent years, White was beloved by a generation of people who’ve never experienced broadcast television — or experienced it only through one-off spectaculars such the Super Bowl.

From Washington Post Jan. 1, 2022

Inside, there were just about the same number of last-minute panics and snafus as at most 3-D spectaculars.

From Telempathy by Vance Simonds




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