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florid

[flawr-id, flor-] / ˈflɔr ɪd, ˈflɒr- /




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The inclusion of Mr. Dominé’s florid prose and his fellow citizens’ good manners are parts of what makes “Glitterball” a supremely creative example of creative documentary.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026

As The Scythe illustrates, From The Pyre is a deeply personal record – even though the band have a tendency to self-mythologise and dress their stories in florid, theatrical outfits.

From BBC • Oct. 15, 2025

Hoffman has done a marvelous job of reading through Aimee’s voluminous, florid writings and creating a narrative that works for the modern ear.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2025

From its florid dialogue and thrilling subtleties in each actor’s performance to its sets, props, and the further development of Lumon’s bizarre mythology, it’s constantly refreshing the viewer’s delight in being confused.

From Salon • Jan. 17, 2025

He turned with surprise to face a stout, pugnacious colonel with a large head and mustache and a smooth, florid skin.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller




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