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as in extremely
to a great degree
an enormously entertaining film
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as in highly
to a large extent or degree
the neighbors have been enormously helpful during this difficult time
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So while perfumery has changed enormously since the days of the monks, Perris is determined to stay true to their spirit.
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Robert Johnston, theweek, 11 Oct. 2024
Besides financing, Held and George benefited enormously from Shyamalan and Blinding Edge’s active involvement throughout production and post-production.
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Oct. 2024
While enormously impressive, the numbers only capture part of the cultural impact of 21 in 2011.
—Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 15 Oct. 2024
Italy’s southeastern province of Puglia has over the last five years, been enormously successful in drawing international tourists—especially Americans—to its seaside cities and towns like Bari, Pulignano di Mare, Monopoli, Andria, Taranto and Gallipoli.
—John Mariani, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
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Robert Johnston, theweek, 11 Oct. 2024
Besides financing, Held and George benefited enormously from Shyamalan and Blinding Edge’s active involvement throughout production and post-production.
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Oct. 2024
While enormously impressive, the numbers only capture part of the cultural impact of 21 in 2011.
—Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 15 Oct. 2024
Italy’s southeastern province of Puglia has over the last five years, been enormously successful in drawing international tourists—especially Americans—to its seaside cities and towns like Bari, Pulignano di Mare, Monopoli, Andria, Taranto and Gallipoli.
—John Mariani, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
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Incumbent Carmen Montano and Councilmember Hon Lien are locked in an extremely close mayoral race in Milpitas.Stephanie Lam, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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At first, the girls are only in danger of being forced to listen to one man’s extremely pretentious opinions about religion, philosophy, culture, and yes, pop music, which is terrifying in itself.Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 7 Nov. 2024
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However, opioids are highly addictive drugs that can cause painful and potentially dangerous withdrawal symptoms.3 The withdrawal timeline ranges from days to weeks after discontinuing use.Josephine Hessert, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2024
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Southwest Airlines is breathing easier today after announcing a deal with activist investor Elliott Investment. Between the lines: The settlement ends a highly public four-month fight and the prospect of a costly proxy battle.Pete Gannon, Axios, 24 Oct. 2024
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However, if they are forecast come to your region, Cheung’s feed — which is aimed mostly at those in the U.K. — has some incredibly accurate predictions.Jamie Carter, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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This is likely to be an incredibly close election, no matter – no matter who wins.ABC News, ABC News, 3 Nov. 2024
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Vintage Cartier timepieces have become highly sought-after recently with prices varying greatly.Sophie Furley, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2024
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The film greatly respects its source material, honoring the quirky horror tone of the books while introducing new elements that expand the stories beyond the page.Travis Bean, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
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That gives us very little clarity as to who the Best New Artist front-runner is.Justin Curto, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
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Here’s the latest: Ventura County’s Mountain Fire expanded in size on Wednesday after powerful Santa Ana winds came into contact with very dry air.CNN.com, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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The trailer below shows Daryl and Carol back on the trail in new locations, meeting new groups including people dancing around some burning effigy not looking terribly sane.Paul Tassi, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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From a chemical perspective, the extraction, synthesis, or compounding of those medications is not terribly technically difficult.Jorge Just, Vox, 4 Nov. 2024
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That part of Musselman’s plans will take much longer than a few months — and more compelling proof of concept than a couple of exhibition wins — to take hold.Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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The Hamptons often makes headlines for its splashy, brand-new mansions with Himalayan salt rooms and bowling alleys in the basements, but some of the South Fork’s most impressive and coveted properties are much simpler, more free-spirited, and happily rooted in the past.Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2024
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If 10 hours on stand are too much, sleep in, sneak to your spot at 9 a.m., and hunt out the rest of the day.Michael Hanback, Outdoor Life, 7 Nov. 2024
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The legislature approved the bill in late March and a few weeks later overrode a veto by Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear, who said the bill advanced too quickly and that there should be a testing period before fully autonomous vehicles are allowed to drive in the state.Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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“Enormously.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enormously. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.
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