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as in theatrical
having the general quality or effect of a stage performance
the basketball player's dramatic announcement of his sudden retirement held everybody spellbound
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as in exaggerated
given to or marked by attention-getting behavior suggestive of stage acting
oh, don't be so dramatic, and just tell us, without the pregnant pauses, what happened
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as in noticeable
likely to attract attention
a dramatic drop in the temperature overnight
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Recent Examples of dramatic
The dunk by Robinson would be the clincher as TCU pulled off the dramatic upset, scoring the final 12 points of the game.
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Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Feb. 2026
The revisions themselves were also less dramatic than many investors had feared; though the Bureau of Labor Statistics did mark down last year’s employment totals, the adjustments were not as severe as some forecasts had suggested.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 11 Feb. 2026
From the way sunlight travels through Earth's atmosphere to the seasonal changes in air quality and the sun's lower path across the sky, winter can create conditions that favor more dramatic colors in the sky.
—Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 11 Feb. 2026
The release prompted a dramatic increase in the number of tips, an FBI official told NBC.
—Marissa Martinez, NBC news, 11 Feb. 2026
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Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Feb. 2026
The revisions themselves were also less dramatic than many investors had feared; though the Bureau of Labor Statistics did mark down last year’s employment totals, the adjustments were not as severe as some forecasts had suggested.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 11 Feb. 2026
From the way sunlight travels through Earth's atmosphere to the seasonal changes in air quality and the sun's lower path across the sky, winter can create conditions that favor more dramatic colors in the sky.
—Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 11 Feb. 2026
The release prompted a dramatic increase in the number of tips, an FBI official told NBC.
—Marissa Martinez, NBC news, 11 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dramatic
Adjective
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Bad Bunny’s decision to defy any theatrical fashion expectations on the Super Bowl stage tonight makes total sense when considering his long style history.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2026
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At halftime, Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny delivered an energetic performance featuring his biggest hits, powerful imagery and theatrical nods to songs and symbols from throughout his Spanish-language catalog.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
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The gusty and chilly winds will also be noticeable, especially on Thursday.—
Steven Sosna,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
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Officials said the smell of gas was noticeable across multiple locations throughout the city.—
Elissa Jorgensen,
Dallas Morning News,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The performers paid homage to Italy’s musical traditions, with three great operatic composers, Gioachino Rossini, Giuseppe Verdi, and Giacomo Puccini, appearing on the stage as mascot-like characters.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
6 Feb. 2026
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Cecilia Bartoli is a force on any stage, turning every performance into a spectacle with her bold voice and operatic flair.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Feb. 2026
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His is the most prominent case under the 2020 law and marks a severe blow to press freedom.—
Kanis Leung,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Yet in the ensuing years, prominent people in business, finance, politics, and academia continued to associate with him.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
9 Feb. 2026
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Given how unbeatable the Avs looked in the first half, that’s pretty remarkable.—
Sean McIndoe,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Terrance Gore, a baseball player whose remarkable speed earned him spots on three championship teams, including the 2020 Dodgers, died Friday, the Kansas City Royals announced on social media.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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The President demoted Greg Bovino, the commanding agent in charge of the roving patrols that have besieged Los Angeles, Chicago, Charlotte, and Minneapolis.—
Jonathan Blitzer,
New Yorker,
1 Feb. 2026
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Arsenal have allowed their previously commanding lead to slip in recent weeks while Nottingham Forest and West Ham have both found form to boost their chances of avoiding relegation.—
Graham Ruthven,
New York Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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That’s impressive for a rebuilding team, but is anyone picking the Ducks over the Oilers in a playoff series?—
Sean McIndoe,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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The seven others are an impressive array of politicians and nonpoliticians alike, all articulate and accomplished in various ways.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2026
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One of the most striking demonstrations involved encoding an image of the Mona Lisa into the smart skin.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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While the extremely volatile cryptocurrency has been put through the wringer on several occasions over the years, the decline comes at a striking moment.—
Victor Tangermann,
Futurism,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Dramatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dramatic. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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