extravagant
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"It was a very large extravagant thing to do, but it was a way of showing your wealth and importance and that sort of thing," he said.
From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2026
How premium toppings, extravagant presentations and supersize varieties are pushing hot dogs into the realm of haute cuisine—and $100 prices.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 7, 2026
One way to think about Mahler’s extravagant 90-minute exercise in his search for life’s meaning is as an exercise in attaining optimism in the face of tragedy.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026
The most common violations include accepting lavish gifts, dining on public money or other people’s expense and arranging extravagant receptions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 17, 2026
“I am a myth,” Kote said easily, making an extravagant gesture.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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