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extraordinary

[ik-strawr-dn-er-ee, ek-struh-awr-] / ɪkˈstrɔr dnˌɛr i, ˌɛk strəˈɔr- /


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“We are honored that she chose Solvang to spend time away from the spotlight. Her extraordinary legacy of music, kindness, and generosity will be felt for generations,” the city said in its statement.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 30, 2026

His extraordinary collection includes sculptures by Alexander Calder and Henry Moore and paintings by Raphael and Vincent van Gogh.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 29, 2026

“At a place where Tennessee welcomes the world, it’s fitting that our favorite daughter, Dolly Parton, is honored for her extraordinary life and legacy,” Lee said.

From Salon Aug. 29, 2026

Also extraordinary is the four-quarter EPS growth rate through June 30, which is close to 35%.

From MarketWatch Aug. 29, 2026

Let me say that the princes of our times, in their governance, suffer less from this problem of satisfying their soldiers by extraordinary means.

From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli




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