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poetical



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His colleague in this translation was the eminent Assyriologist Jacob Dahl, who lends historical authority to Mr. Armitage’s poetical gifts.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 24, 2026

And Davies’ approach has always been more poetical than technical.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 22, 2023

A series of short, poetical stories, it was not intended for a young audience, but it was critically acclaimed as a new form of children’s literature.

From New York Times ● Mar. 28, 2023

Before her, I'd scribe satirical or poetical critiques that had the power to gut some of the toughest people walking the planet.

From Salon ● Feb. 9, 2023

It is an example of what is called poetical language.

From "The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book I: The Mysterious Howling" by Maryrose Wood


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