magisterial

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The images of Preston performing at the famous concert, like his magisterial talent, are simply breathtaking.

From Salon • Feb. 20, 2026

Former European Central Bank President Mario Draghi last year produced a magisterial analysis of Europe’s investment and productivity problems.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 4, 2025

Sam Mendes’ magisterial direction and Laura Donnelly’s heartbreaking performance were part of the trove of well-deserved nominations.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2025

He wrote in an autobiography that his first "war decoration" was a "magisterial slap" from his mother, when he came home and told her what he had tried to do.

From BBC • Jan. 7, 2025

Here is Harry Hansen’s view, from his magisterial history, The Civil War:

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell