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greatness

[greyt-nis] / ˈgreɪt nɪs /




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His greatness stems from his ability to fight through adversity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

He also ordered administrators to remove any content that “inappropriately disparages Americans” living or dead, and replace it with language that celebrates the nation’s greatness.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 14, 2026

In his second year he met Arthur Hallam, the golden boy of the university, who seemed destined for future greatness.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

The film’s title translates to “national treasure,” another clichéd term thrown around when trying to categorize greatness.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

Even if I had made the dive across the pool stairs and qualified for greatness, he still would have left the next day.

From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri