1
as in imposing
having or showing a formal and serious or reserved manner
unsurprisingly, the head of the bank is an august white-haired gentleman
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as in glorious
large and impressive in size, grandeur, extent, or conception
an august golden anniversary celebration for the company
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Recent Examples of august
For its presiding officer, Chief Justice John Roberts, the trial ought to be imagined as an earnest weighing up of truth and lies by a most august assembly.
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Fintan O’Toole, The New York Review of Books, 30 Jan. 2020
Tut-tutting about how the president and his minions have turned an august judicial process into an over-the-top spectacle is not going to get them anywhere, especially with their otherwise reliable media allies.
—Matthew Walther, TheWeek, 17 Jan. 2020
The metropolitan elitism that looks down from the august heights of Ivy League self-esteem on the centrality of athletic programs to so many colleges is quite entrenched.
—Gerard Baker, WSJ, 17 Jan. 2020
Most were faculty, august scholars and artists, but W, a singer with a staff job, was also part of the circle.
—Longreads, 2 Jan. 2020
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Fintan O’Toole, The New York Review of Books, 30 Jan. 2020
Tut-tutting about how the president and his minions have turned an august judicial process into an over-the-top spectacle is not going to get them anywhere, especially with their otherwise reliable media allies.
—Matthew Walther, TheWeek, 17 Jan. 2020
The metropolitan elitism that looks down from the august heights of Ivy League self-esteem on the centrality of athletic programs to so many colleges is quite entrenched.
—Gerard Baker, WSJ, 17 Jan. 2020
Most were faculty, august scholars and artists, but W, a singer with a staff job, was also part of the circle.
—Longreads, 2 Jan. 2020
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for august
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The far more imposing limit is MLS’s global standing.—
Jeff Rueter,
The Athletic,
8 Feb. 2025
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And on the other hand, in a world where most of their top arms remain healthy and effective, the Dodgers could possess one of the most imposing starting pitching staffs in recent memory.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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This extraordinary group rallied together for a single glorious vision: to win four straight playoff games against the finest teams in college football.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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To Step Down As Managing Director Of Singapore’s Hotel Properties The quarter-final marathon against Arthur Fils was the best of the bunch, a captivating young twentysomething match-up of warrior spirits that was reminiscent of Alcaraz’s defeat by Musetti back in that glorious encounter in Germany.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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In a solemn message, Dominican President Luis Abinader addressed the nation’s grief.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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In Ireland, however, St. Patrick’s Day remained a solemn day of observance with little revelry.—
Bryan McGovern,
The Conversation,
11 Mar. 2025
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Their odd-couple pairing became a magnificent slow burn of hatred into grudging respect into genuine affection, making for a tantalizing will-they-won't-they.—
Tyler Aquilina,
EW.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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These are magnificent achievements that propel Hellebuyck beyond back-to-back Vezina Trophy consideration and into Hart territory while proving that Connor and Scheifele can score while playing better defence than earlier in their careers.—
Murat Ates,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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Over time, inhaling these harmful chemicals can contribute to progressive lung problems like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to Sanjay Sethi, MD, SUNY distinguished professor and chief of pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine at the University at Buffalo.—
Stephanie Brown,
Verywell Health,
16 Apr. 2025
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Palmer was just one of several celebrities and distinguished guests who attended the Fashion Trust Awards on Tuesday.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
9 Apr. 2025
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Anyway, David won, which would turn out to be a bummer of epic proportions due to the imminent jury ramifications.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Outside of the symbolism, the two-night stint is expected to be an epic stop much like the rest of the tour.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2025
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Samsung includes a staid flat black set with the TV, and white and wood-textured bezels are available for purchase separately.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
14 Apr. 2025
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While the stock market was in the midst of yet another meltdown, the normally staid bond market began to gyrate wildly.—
Laurent Belsie,
Christian Science Monitor,
11 Apr. 2025
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The pieces commissioned by the British royal family are relatively modest, with fewer (but still rare) gemstones.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Part of the court proceedings on Wednesday will be held in private, without reporters in the room, so that sensitive security arrangements for royal family members and other VIPs can be discussed.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
8 Apr. 2025
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“August.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/august. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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