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formidable

[fawr-mi-duh-buhl, fawr-mid-uh-buhl] / ˈfɔr mɪ də bəl, ˌfɔrˈmɪd ə bəl /




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A larger AI company with physical applications such as robots, as well as AI computing power and expertise, would be a formidable competitor.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Relentless on serve in the final two sets, he conceded just six points across nine service games while also showing his formidable touch at the net, winning 29 of 38 points.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Faison: My daughter was playing a volleyball game against a very formidable opponent.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

The species had adaptations linked to especially powerful jaw and neck muscles, making it a formidable hunter.

From Science Daily • May 23, 2026

But you would never have got anyone at Crunchem Hall to admit that the Headmistress was a less formidable foe than the famous Frenchman.

From "Matilda" by Roald Dahl




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