as in spectacle
the impressive decorations, music, clothing etc., that are part of some formal events
the pomp of a royal ceremony
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Recent Examples of pomp
Trooping the Color marks the official birthday of King Charles and includes an elaborate display of pomp and pageantry featuring almost 1,500 army personnel, 200 military horses and thousands of royal watchers flooding the streets.
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Jennifer Hassan,
USA Today,
13 June 2026
Time heals all and, in a few years, Meslier will perhaps be remembered for the two Championship titles and that unforgettable 2020-21 season with Bielsa in his pomp.
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Beren Cross,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
There aren’t crowds of excited supporters or the pomp of champagne glasses and white tablecloths.
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ABC News,
26 May 2026
But behind the pomp and platitudes, Putin is also facing Xi in a much weaker position than during his last visit to Beijing in September.
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Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
20 May 2026
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Jennifer Hassan,
USA Today,
13 June 2026
Time heals all and, in a few years, Meslier will perhaps be remembered for the two Championship titles and that unforgettable 2020-21 season with Bielsa in his pomp.
—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
There aren’t crowds of excited supporters or the pomp of champagne glasses and white tablecloths.
—
ABC News,
26 May 2026
But behind the pomp and platitudes, Putin is also facing Xi in a much weaker position than during his last visit to Beijing in September.
—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
20 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pomp
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Earlier this month, another Tennessee highway became the stage for an accidental spectacle when a brake fire on a trailer hauling fireworks ignited its cargo, causing bursts of colorful explosions on Interstate 75 near Chattanooga.
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Before his first full professional season, which began in the minors, a Caglianone batting practice session in spring training could turn into a spectacle.
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Swift and Kelce announced their engagement to much fanfare in August 2025 after two years of dating.
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Cunningham, 63, can remember the fanfare and excitement around the bicentennial in 1976.
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The record-breaking heat wave forced the cancellation of several parades and other events in the area.
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Officials are urging anyone attending parades, concerts and fireworks shows to stay hydrated, take breaks in the shade and monitor local weather conditions.
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In addition to the monetary compensation and scholarship awards, pageantry is also helping the girls build confidence and learn key behavioral skills.
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This year’s storyline involves a royal succession scenario, which suggests pageantry and heated drama.
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“Pomp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pomp. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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