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gravitas

[grav-i-tahs, ‑-tas] / ˈgræv ɪˌtɑs, ‑ˌtæs /


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Mark Adams of Long Beach, who was visiting Gravitas to inquire about becoming a member, stumbled upon RummiKlub’s event and decided to hop into the game.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2025

Gravitas can suggest a kind of superior, stony Olympian intonation, the way a marble statue might speak if it came to life.

From New York Times • Dec. 13, 2023

Matt Baker said that at Gravitas, it is essential to the interpretation and enjoyment of some dishes.

From Salon • Jun. 17, 2023

“This is just another way for customers to provide a level of support and joy and love for our offerings,” said Matt Baker, the chef at Gravitas, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Washington.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 26, 2023

Gravitas was all fine and good, and it was important to maintain appearances, but—Gherland shifted the baby from one arm to the other—he was getting too old for this sort of thing.

From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill



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