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momentous

[moh-men-tuhs] / moʊˈmɛn təs /


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Dudamel’s Disney “finale,” however momentous, lacked nearly all the trappings of pomp.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

It was momentous for Franzmann, though the real acclaim came decades later.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

With Anthropic eyeing its own IPO as well, 2026 could prove one of the most momentous years on Wall Street in recent memory.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

She made similarly momentous visits to Los Angeles and Inyo counties.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Her job was to wait for this momentous event to occur, after which she would do her best to reel in the fish.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood




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