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grandiose

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


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The clicky videos, the snaking lines of customers, the grandiose launch parties—it echoes similar consumer hype trends of the past, like McDonald’s hyperviral Travis Scott Meal or infamous Rick and Morty–fueled Szechuan Sauce incident.

From Slate Aug. 24, 2026

Tech entrepreneurs have been making grandiose claims for years about AI’s capabilities.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 19, 2026

While not quite so grandiose, Valdez says discussions are ongoing regarding the bird’s future.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 29, 2026

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

From BBC Jun. 29, 2026

He created a grandiose memo to lure people not related to him by blood.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis




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