rapturous

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The judges' scorecards told the story, as Price was declared the winner to rapturous applause with scores of 99-91, 98-92 and 98-92.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Skeptics could argue that there’s one sure piece of evidence that God doesn’t exist: Amanda Seyfried getting snubbed for her rapturous turn as 18th century Shaker leader Ann Lee.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026

Fennell’s “Wuthering Heights” is a soaring, achingly romantic tribute to the rapturous feeling of reading a great book, tearing through every page in a single afternoon.

From Salon • Feb. 14, 2026

He was given a rapturous reception when he emerged to the sound of The Stone Roses' iconic track 'I Am the Resurrection' and he left the arena to even bigger roars.

From BBC • Jan. 15, 2026

The two plain ones were smiling, but the beautiful one was rapturous.

From "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine