as in majesty
impressiveness of beauty on a large scale
struck by the grandeur of the sun setting over the Golden Gate Bridge
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Recent Examples of grandeur
The delicate and haunting atmosphere evoked the faded grandeur and poignant nostalgia associated with the character, creating a unique and memorable aesthetic.
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Rhonda Richford, WWD, 2 Oct. 2024
Twenty-two residences, including a nine-bedroom estate with a tennis court and private dock, add to the grandeur.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 29 Sep. 2024
With the earthy velvet and leather seating, the restaurant is both intimate with a twist of grandeur.
—Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
The pungent scent of the spiky fruit is mellowed by the cream, a worthy endnote that mimics the grandeur of its surroundings.
—The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 21 Oct. 2024
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Rhonda Richford, WWD, 2 Oct. 2024
Twenty-two residences, including a nine-bedroom estate with a tennis court and private dock, add to the grandeur.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 29 Sep. 2024
With the earthy velvet and leather seating, the restaurant is both intimate with a twist of grandeur.
—Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
The pungent scent of the spiky fruit is mellowed by the cream, a worthy endnote that mimics the grandeur of its surroundings.
—The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 21 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grandeur
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But the ecosystem has started to recover, a testimonial to good management of places whose demand speaks to their majesty.Grayson Haver Currin, Outside Online, 9 Sep. 2024
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Longest The Classic: Paintbrush and Cascade Canyons Loop Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming For Teton grandeur minus climbing ropes, this 19.6-mile loop serves up alpine majesty.Outside Online, Outside Online, 8 Aug. 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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Years after dazzling in primetime by covering herself in fake blood, Gaga had graced the Oscars stage with utmost elegance, capable of evolving her talents and becoming a stately pop spokeswoman.Jason Lipshutz, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2024
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Many of her items feature Swarovski crystals, which enhance their elegance and appeal.Angela Chan-Danisi, Forbes, 4 Nov. 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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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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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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“Grandeur.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grandeur. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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