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Adjective
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While engrossing and skillfully executed, American Primeval as a whole winds up somewhat less than the sum of its excellent parts, and its conclusion leaves something to be desired.—
Michael M. Rosen,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
7 Feb. 2025 -
Thoroughly engrossing and a must-read for history buffs.—
Lizz Schumer,
People.com,
14 Dec. 2024
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No Other Land This riveting, award-winning documentary made by an Israeli-Palestinian collective, about the years-long dismantling of several West Bank villages by the occupying IDF, was the toast of the festival circuit for most of 2024.—
Savannah Salazar,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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Strauss extracted key situations and themes from the case and then fictionalized it into this riveting six-part Netflix series.—
Randy Myers,
The Mercury News,
6 Feb. 2025
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Miller Beach is next door to Indiana Dunes National Park; it’s got a beach and a charming commercial district (Miller Pizza Co., Tiny’s Coffee Bar).—
Paige Williams,
The New Yorker,
10 Feb. 2025
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A treat here — whether a cappuccino, an Aperol spritz, or a post-dinner gelato — is made even more special by the charming outdoor tables beneath Pontremoli’s illuminated bell tower.—
Carissa & Dino Tozzi,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Feb. 2025
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Of the home’s nine bathrooms, the primary bath is the most captivating with decorative stone flooring and cadet grey hues that come together in a spa-like atmosphere.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
5 Feb. 2025
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From the celebrity presenters to the captivating performances and winners' speeches, PEOPLE covered the Grammys live on Sunday, Feb. 2 By Lindsay Kimble 10 Comments Music's biggest stars just got their flowers — and their golden gramophones.—
Lindsay Kimble,
People.com,
3 Feb. 2025
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Sandalwood, vanilla, and amber are met with cinnamon, rose, coriander, and mandarin for an intriguing blend suited for an alluring man.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
11 Feb. 2025
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Her chemistry with Jenner while on the Ottawa Charge last season could give Canada an intriguing middle-six scoring line, especially if Canada is going to continue experimenting with other right-wing options next to Marie-Philip Poulin on the top line.—
Hailey Salvian,
The Athletic,
8 Feb. 2025
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Morris Chestnut is taking on one of his most complex roles yet in WATSON, a fresh and gripping take on the Sherlock Holmes mythology.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
7 Feb. 2025
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Both were hugely original, while retaining their source’s twisted, gripping and intensely moving provocations.—
David Rooney,
The Hollywood Reporter,
6 Feb. 2025
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With Fresh Picks, Billboard aims to highlight some of the best and most interesting new sounds across R&B and hip-hop — from Tyga and Shenseea’s steamy new collaboration to Giveon’s solo comeback.—
Christopher Claxton,
Billboard,
10 Feb. 2025
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The Spanish-language setup is a small but interesting wrinkle in the overall viewing picture.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
9 Feb. 2025
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This fascinating discovery could play a big role in the future of weight loss treatments for humans.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
16 Feb. 2025
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Join us for a fascinating look at the near future at Clavius Base! Download or subscribe to this show at: https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-space.—
Space.com Staff,
Space.com,
15 Feb. 2025
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