blurb
Example Sentences
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The book jacket features a prominent blurb from Johnson calling the doctor’s treatise: “A gripping tale of corruption and courage that will open eyes and prompt serious questions.”
From Salon • Dec. 15, 2025
Patchett provided a cover blurb for “The Correspondent,” a dusting of star power that helps attract bookstore browsers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 8, 2025
“This is outdated,” another account said, commenting on a ChatGPT blurb about a Taylor Swift ticket allegedly selling for $200,000 on the secondary market.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 18, 2025
The weeks leading up to a release can be long and exhaustive, with questionnaires, blurb requests, and audiobook recordings to take care of.
From Slate • Aug. 8, 2024
“Just like being by the sea!” the blurb claimed.
From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.