as in epic
large and impressive in size, grandeur, extent, or conception
the climactic scene of the movie is a pitched battle of Homeric proportions
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Adjective
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Passion leads to tragedy in this epic tale ofdesire, scandal, and power.—
Kirby Adams,
Louisville Courier Journal,
8 Feb. 2026 -
The world of fragrance has made a comeback of epic proportions in the past few years, with people shopping for their own signature scents with the help of social media experts and trying out new perfumes like never before.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
7 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Trump is in a position to add something magnificent to his legacy.—
Robert Yaro,
New York Daily News,
10 Feb. 2026
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For some, romance means rose petals, chilled champagne and magnificent views.—
Irenie Forshaw,
TheWeek,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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That’s not something her human brain, for all its glorious complexity, could do on its own by studying the RNA data.—
Amber Dance,
Quanta Magazine,
9 Feb. 2026
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Without a captain on the bridge, this glorious ship could sink into the springtime again.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
7 Feb. 2026
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Her mochi skins are bouncy and soft, with a chewy texture so majestic that the stretchability rivals the most dramatic of cheese pulls.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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The spa offerings aren’t extensive, but the indoor/outdoor massage cabanas are wonderful and face the majestic mountains at the back of the resort.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Homeric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Homeric. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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