colossal

Example Sentences

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Other men who have made colossal errors have retained their posts.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

It wasn’t the product of colossal sums of money.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026

We sit down with the French composer to discuss the colossal influence of John Williams and his desire to pay homage while conveying his own signature style.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

A colossal Welsh failing to some eyes, a piece of Russell genius to others.

From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026

The teacher also raged against the colossal loss of territory: Alsace and Lorraine were returned to France and large amounts of land were given to Belgium, Denmark, Poland, and Lithuania.

From "Hitler Youth: Growing Up in Hitler's Shadow" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti