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opulence

[op-yuh-luhns] / ˈɒp jə ləns /


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“The Devil Wears Prada 2” boasts even more luxury and sparkling opulence than its predecessor.

From Salon ● May 1, 2026

Famous in the 17th century for her bold, sometimes disturbing paintings, she was largely forgotten when Baroque opulence went out of style.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 17, 2026

Roughly 90 percent of the UAE's population consists of foreigners and Dubai is its biggest city, with a carefully curated image for opulence and glamour.

From Barron's ● Feb. 28, 2026

Born in Lombardy in May 1932, Valentino was known for his collections that displayed luxury, wealth and opulence as well as broad shoulder padding.

From BBC ● Jan. 19, 2026

Notwithstanding the universal admiration for Offenbach’s comic operettas, the opulence of the Parisian experience of opera and its position in society still meant it was a luxury.

From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall




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