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as in nobility
a dignified bearing or appearance befitting someone of royal status
even as a child, the princess possessed a certain majesty that would later serve her well
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as in elegance
dignified or restrained beauty of form, appearance, or style
the bishop carries himself with an impressive majesty
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as in brilliance
impressiveness of beauty on a large scale
the majesty of the Roman Colosseum is breathtaking
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There, their majesties will visit Savannah State University—the oldest public, historically Black university in Georgia—as well as SCAD and Telfair Museums.
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Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 11 June 2024
So there’s hope yet for the potential majesty of Metro Boomin and Future’s patented brand of EVOL to rise up and meet in the middle.
—A.d. Amorosi, Variety, 22 Mar. 2024
Seeing my very first ovenbird, in all his tiny majesty, was an absolute thrill.
—Murr Brewster, The Christian Science Monitor, 28 Mar. 2024
Scribes wrote of her lovely form, her regal majesty and her fierce bravery.
—Esther Brownsmith, The Conversation, 21 Mar. 2024
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Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 11 June 2024
So there’s hope yet for the potential majesty of Metro Boomin and Future’s patented brand of EVOL to rise up and meet in the middle.
—A.d. Amorosi, Variety, 22 Mar. 2024
Seeing my very first ovenbird, in all his tiny majesty, was an absolute thrill.
—Murr Brewster, The Christian Science Monitor, 28 Mar. 2024
Scribes wrote of her lovely form, her regal majesty and her fierce bravery.
—Esther Brownsmith, The Conversation, 21 Mar. 2024
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La Redoute, originally built over two centuries ago as a ballroom and concert hall for high-ranking nobility, has a rich history as a venue for grand events.Ramsey Qubein, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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Robert might be moving to the United States, Yasmin is marrying into nobility, and Rishi has hit rock bottom.Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 29 Sep. 2024
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Serena & Lily Known for its easy elegance, Serena + Lily imbues kids’ bedrooms and nurseries with the spirit of a beach vacation, regardless of where they may be located.Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2024
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Her focus on creating exceptional quality handbags with powerful statements of individuality and elegance, inspired by architecture, nature, and her global travels, immediately drew attention to the luxury space.Angela Chan-Danisi, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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As a sixth-generation member of the Swarovski family, her DNA is rich in creativity, craftsmanship, and brilliance.Angela Chan-Danisi, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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The thing that hits you is the brilliance of the drama of it.Katie Campione, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2024
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These assets need to be engaged, respected, appreciated, and treated with dignity.Peter Georgescu, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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Greater collaboration between the social service system and the justice system is needed to ensure individuals are treated with dignity while addressing their mental health needs.Nick Ferraro, Twin Cities, 30 Oct. 2024
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As Shogun was bathing in the glory of its record 18 wins at the Emmy Awards ceremony at Los Angeles’ Peacock Theater in September, Japanese director Takeshi Fukunaga was caked in mud and sweat in a small village on Hokkaido.Gavin J Blair, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Nov. 2024
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The event that transformed the election was billed as the capstone to a movement bound for glory: The Oct. 27 rally at Madison Square Garden, in the heart of Trump’s home city of New York, before rowdy audience of 20,000.Shawn Tully, Fortune, 2 Nov. 2024
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See latest videos, charts and news Enter Laila!, the teenage Brooklyn phenom with rap royalty coursing through her veins.Angel Diaz, Billboard, 24 Oct. 2024
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Operators pay a royalty rate to use McDonald’s brand and for access to its expertise.Jordan Valinsky, CNN, 21 Oct. 2024
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So, there’s a magnificence in that, and there’s a magnificence in the Sistine Chapel.Damon Wise, Deadline, 22 Oct. 2024
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Even so, the magnificence of Luther’s voice shines through.Mesfin Fekadu, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Oct. 2024
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With the earthy velvet and leather seating, the restaurant is both intimate with a twist of grandeur.Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
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Intricate ceiling design can lend such formal rooms an even greater air of grandeur.Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2024
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“Majesty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/majesty. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.
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