formidable
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China is regarded as another formidable player, though much of its quantum development effort remains under wraps.
From Barron's • May 21, 2026
Among new friends in London, Mary’s studiousness makes her a formidable intellect.
From Salon • May 20, 2026
"To do it alongside the formidable Emma Willis and the utterly brilliant Josh Widdicombe makes it even more special. I'm ready - sequins, nerves, and all...please bear with me. Love Jojo."
From BBC • May 19, 2026
Honor herself comes through as a formidable heroine who triumphs over the forces of class privilege that Ms. Garman, through this engaging debut novel, so brilliantly depicts.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
The largest chair was occupied by a man in his fifties with dark brown skin, a scholar’s gown, and a formidable look of power.
From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell
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