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There is a glaring lack of awareness concerning the condition, spanning from lack of research, lack of public discussion, lack of patient empowerment and a systemic dismissal of women’s health needs.—
Ime Ekpo,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025 -
Indeed, Cold War–era American institutions and personalities who promoted the ideal of aesthetic autonomy while trying to dissuade writers and artists from left-wing politics and propagandizing (sometimes with the help of CIA subventions) represented a glaring contradiction.—
Pankaj Mishra,
Harpers Magazine,
16 July 2025
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The Royal Portrush Challenge Royal Portrush's Dunluce Links presents a spectacular and challenging test, with holes that wind through some of the choppiest dunes among courses in the Open Championship rota.—
Erik Matuszewski,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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For the Osaka exhibition, the executive wanted a blend of tradition and modernity — plus new discoveries galore, all displayed in spectacular fashion.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
14 July 2025
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Some statements were more florid than others, and some were more convincing.—
Graeme Wood,
The Atlantic,
13 June 2025
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Auburn hair with florid countenance denotes the highest order of sentiment and intensity of feeling, purity of character, with the highest capacity for enjoyment of suffering.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2025
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Derek is a bright and curious kid who dreams of becoming a scientist one day.—
The Star,
Kansas City Star,
20 July 2025
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There are also some bright and cheerful-looking design elements such as colorful military campaign ribbons on the flags.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
20 July 2025
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Once upon a time, airlines competed with friendly service, fancy meals, and inflight lounges – yes, lounges in economy class on the airplane - instead of bonus points and new tiers of even higher status to chase.—
Doug Gollan,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
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The Gap Linen-blend Scalloped Midi Dress is a gorgeous pick for summer weddings, picnics, and fancy dinners out on vacation, and it’s now double discounted to under $50.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
17 July 2025
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Saville’s investigations into how flesh works have led her to use medical textbooks and sometimes lurid images as the starting place for her pictures.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
9 June 2025
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The lurid case has riveted the public and has already been featured in multiple true crime documentaries.—
Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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After everything else the bawdy, tawdry, and perfectly ludicrous The Hunting Wives serves up in its first season, the series’s final act is an embarrassment of riches.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
22 July 2025
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Then there’s the cup holder cover, a small detail, which is tawdry and lets the expensive-feeling cabin down a bit.—
Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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The Retreat’s snazziest amenities are the day rooms, which are essentially lavish suites (a living area, full bath, plenty of fresh juices and water) meant for visitors exploring at least one other Safari Collection property to rent for a few hours of relaxing, napping and snacking.—
DeMarco Williams,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
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Photo : Pierre Galant The primary bath features dual vanities and a snazzy soaking tub.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Overbright.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overbright. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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