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spectacular

[spek-tak-yuh-ler] / spɛkˈtæk yə lər /


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Communities also tend to be suspicious of outsiders who suddenly flood in to treat what they say is an emergency but that many locals see as a spectacular misuse of resources.

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

Analysts said that trip showed Kim's elevated status as he appeared alongside Xi and Putin at the spectacular military parade -- a striking display of his growing standing on the global stage.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

This will allow for spectacular views of the International Space Station as well as some of the natural phenomena we're treated to seeing through summer.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

“If you sit in the very top row — what you would consider the worst seat in the house — it’s a spectacular view,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

I won't pretend like I'm some kind of spectacular dancer, but for some reason I was feeling it.

From "When I Was the Greatest" by Jason Reynolds




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