formidable
Example Sentences
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"He is a diplomatic secret weapon – a formidable tool for the government to deploy," a source explained.
From BBC
He considers her a formidable foe who was the first to prove “that the DSA can win in Los Angeles” and who brings several advantages to a campaign against Bass.
From Los Angeles Times
The 27-year-old from Las Vegas will be key to puncturing Seattle's formidable defense.
From Barron's
England have defeated France, New Zealand, Australia and Argentina over the past 12 months but will not face the world's most formidable defence until this summer.
From BBC
It is the obvious choice but that is because India come into this World Cup in formidable form and have home advantage.
From BBC
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