preposterously
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That charity, whose focus includes victims of sex trafficking, has been described by royal biographer Andrew Lownie as a "preposterously inappropriate cause" for Eugenie to be involved with.
From BBC ● Mar. 9, 2026
Their care was funded by great commercial wealth—among the most compelling characters here is the man whose bequest first financed the Innocenti: Francesco Datini, a preposterously wealthy, libidinous and melancholy-prone merchant.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 23, 2025
Learning English from reruns of “Law & Order,” the being now called Harry will preposterously succeed in his masquerade, and in doing so, join a community that will ultimately improve him.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 18, 2025
Sustaining a relationship with the world a show built is still possible; connecting with others over your shared love is preposterously easy.
From New York Times ● May 2, 2024
Instantly a preposterously deep, authoritative voice said, “Who is it?”
From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson
