great work

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But from art to entrepreneurship, he argues, constraints can unleash rather than stifle great work: “In seeking more freedom we frequently hamper our best efforts, because what we really need are helpful boundaries.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

"Sally and Steve are international artists making music here on Teesside. It sends such a positive message that this great work is happening on our doorstep," she says.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026

Fanning’s nomination was a welcome surprise, evidence that great work can be recognized even when it’s up against something far more flashy, as Fanning was when competing with Ariana Grande’s role in “Wicked: For Good.”

From Salon • Jan. 24, 2026

"It's a great stat, that the five goals were scored by academy players, it shows the great work being done there," said Alonso.

From Barron's • Jan. 4, 2026

He was on a road the like of which he had never seen before, a great work of men’s hands in years beyond the reach of song.

From "The Return of the King" by J.R.R. Tolkien