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as in amazing
causing wonder or astonishment
the awesome power of the sea
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as in wonderful
of the very best kind
the food at the Sunday brunch was just awesome
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awesome power
an awesome feeling
an incredible feeling
an unbeatable feeling
an amazing feeling
a wonderful feeling
an unbelievable feeling
an awesome job
an awesome place
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In one early scene of banter, Star-Lord chides Drax for even considering killing people to accomplish their mission; later, in the film's centerpiece action sequence (which is indeed awesome), the heroes drop one body after another.
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Christian Holub, EW.com, 30 Dec. 2024
Video Friday is your weekly selection of awesome robotics videos, collected by your friends at IEEE Spectrum robotics.
—IEEE Spectrum, 27 Dec. 2024
Watch out for appearances from awesome real-life funny people like Jonah Hill, Jason Schwartzman and Aubrey Plaza in this super-funny-yet-super-sad gem.
—Travis Bean, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Shuttles will transport you to other nearby attractions like Top of the Rock Ozarks Heritage Preserve which, in addition to being a popular golf course, has an awesome cave and nature walk that little and big kids will love.
—Esther Carlstone, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024
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Christian Holub, EW.com, 30 Dec. 2024
Video Friday is your weekly selection of awesome robotics videos, collected by your friends at IEEE Spectrum robotics.
—IEEE Spectrum, 27 Dec. 2024
Watch out for appearances from awesome real-life funny people like Jonah Hill, Jason Schwartzman and Aubrey Plaza in this super-funny-yet-super-sad gem.
—Travis Bean, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Shuttles will transport you to other nearby attractions like Top of the Rock Ozarks Heritage Preserve which, in addition to being a popular golf course, has an awesome cave and nature walk that little and big kids will love.
—Esther Carlstone, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024
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Therefore, Earth passes through the densest portion of the stream quickly, according to the AMS. MORE: Binary star system found near the Milky Way's black hole: An 'amazing' discovery, astrophysicists say Where do the Quadrantids come from?Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 2 Jan. 2025
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Get the Recipe 25 of 25 Mississippi Mud Pie This rich, decadent treat is perfect for chocolate lovers and amazing way to end a comforting dinner.Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 1 Jan. 2025
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Bill has a great bone structure and wonderful expressive eyes, and is such a great actor.William Earl, Variety, 2 Jan. 2025
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Over 900 customers left five-star reviews and affirmed the impressive stats on picture and sound, calling both superb and wonderful.Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 1 Jan. 2025
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Though Thuney has short arms, his footwork is excellent.Ted Nguyen, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
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But there’s also a huge selection of Japanese Wagyu, an excellent sushi menu, and several tantalizing flavors of Nick & Sam’s famous seven-layer cake.Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 31 Dec. 2024
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Yet the slow force of small change really does alter Saturn’s rings, and what looks like an astonishing, radical amputation may turn out to be the trick of an angle and a passing happenstance of positioning.Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 22 Dec. 2024
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Channel 4’s long-running Countdown quiz has crowned its first female champion in an astonishing 26 years.Caroline Frost, Deadline, 21 Dec. 2024
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This season of sweet treats is a great time to make a fast snack that’s delicious and full of nutrients like protein, potassium, magnesium and iron.Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 21 Dec. 2024
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This is also a great time to ask their preferences on a midweek linen restock or launder.Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Dec. 2024
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What To Know The survival of 29 passengers, including three children, has been hailed as miraculous.David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
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Steph Curry’s two miraculous 3s in the final 12.2 seconds pulled the Warriors into a sudden tie.Anthony Slater, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
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Utkarsh and Richie Keen, who directed us, did a really fantastic job, and Richie Moriarty at navigating the three different versions of Jay, and the actual practicality of shooting those on set.Michael Schneider, Variety, 20 Dec. 2024
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The crowd in Utah was fantastic and into it and seemed remarkably loud.Thomas Drance, The Athletic, 19 Dec. 2024
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Taking cues from its assortment of cosmetics, the space leans into clean lines, minimal accents, and like any good beauty store, incredible lighting—perfect for swatching, spritzing, and perhaps a selfie or two.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2024
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Who'll win week 1 Schools officials describe Davis as an accomplished photographer, videographer, filmmaker and editor who possesses incredible skill in the technical performing arts, Green Hill High School Counseling Secretary Amy Brewer said.Katie Nixon, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Awesome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/awesome. Accessed 9 Jan. 2025.
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