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grandiose

[gran-dee-ohs, gran-dee-ohs] / ˈgræn diˌoʊs, ˌgræn diˈoʊs /


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Relying on such speculative and grandiose maxims—supported by a sparse and often inconsistent scientific literature—to inform what we eat is, Mr. Lieberman writes, like “playing a game of dice.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 26, 2026

The city is grandiose enough that there are even ways for filmmakers to put their own spin on its more conventional sights and sounds.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026

Marsch is known for grandiose comments - exaggerated and emotional statements delivered to provide maximum impact.

From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2026

Now under intense public scrutiny, Marx has dialed back some of his more grandiose claims.

From Slate ● Jun. 29, 2026

But he also thought Dasch was unstable and high-strung with grandiose ideas of himself.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple




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