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as in formidable
causing fear
his next opponent, the reigning champion, would be by far the most redoubtable adversary the young boxer had ever faced
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as in distinguished
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
a surprising discovery by one of the most redoubtable figures in Egyptian archaeology
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Recent Examples of redoubtable
But Clement’s most precious souvenirs are those left by his father Dave, a redoubtable full-back in the Queens Park Rangers team pipped to the league championship by Liverpool in 1976.
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Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
24 Mar. 2026
But then their pity slowly metastasized into a creeping worry as the redoubtable reptile stood his ground.
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Literary Hub,
25 Feb. 2026
And the redoubtable Danny Meyer has re-cast the Marriott Marquis Hotel’s vast revolving restaurant on the 47th floor as The View, where lobster spaghetti alla carbonara sells for $42, Prime rib goes for $69, ribeye for $74 and a non-alcohol Shirley Temple cocktail for $16.
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John Mariani,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
There’s a standard framing device — Baranov, retired, is interviewed in his country home by an American author (the redoubtable Jeffrey Wright).
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Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
31 Aug. 2025
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Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
24 Mar. 2026
But then their pity slowly metastasized into a creeping worry as the redoubtable reptile stood his ground.
—
Literary Hub,
25 Feb. 2026
And the redoubtable Danny Meyer has re-cast the Marriott Marquis Hotel’s vast revolving restaurant on the 47th floor as The View, where lobster spaghetti alla carbonara sells for $42, Prime rib goes for $69, ribeye for $74 and a non-alcohol Shirley Temple cocktail for $16.
—
John Mariani,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
There’s a standard framing device — Baranov, retired, is interviewed in his country home by an American author (the redoubtable Jeffrey Wright).
—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
31 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for redoubtable
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The Scottish lawyer was one of the smartest, most formidable specialists in the luxury business, with a reputation that carried internationally and a vast roll call of clients.
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With five volumes of his Noise Kandy series, to solo and collaborative albums (KISS THE RING, Kontraband, Trainspotting), the Griselda affiliate has cemented his status as one of today’s most formidable spitters.
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Arlington received a distinguished visitor Saturday as the King of Jordan stopped by during the city's World Cup festivities.
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Liu, then a Tencent distinguished scientist (a senior title the Chinese tech giant gives to elite researchers) leading the company’s development of its Hunyuan AI model from scratch, saw where the industry was heading.
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That year, the Potomac River turned violent, as intense, heavy rains pushed the water to a terrifying, near-record flood level of 60,000 cubic feet per second.
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Just like waiting for the release of the bull, the ride vehicle will pause for three seconds before a terrifying 285-foot drop.
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Watson was always known for incredibly quick hands and outstanding bat speed.
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Another outstanding rug in the lineup this week is this easy-to-clean jute number from Joon Loloi at 60% off.
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The hypocrisy is stunning, and frightening.
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Yes, the Scots played poorly, but Brazil’s brilliant roster of attacking talent capitalized on mistakes with frightening efficiency.
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Because if someone who grew up in extreme poverty like Juan Gabriel could bring a mariachi band to the illustrious Palacio de Bellas Artes, why couldn’t the Mexican national team win its first ever World Cup?
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The Cretan diet is perhaps the most illustrious example of the Blue Zone living of southern Greece.
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Authorities say the scary situation happened at the end of a ride on May 10.
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As a child life specialist, Hartz’s job is to make the hospital experience less scary.
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That momentous draw came in the final group-stage game of the prestigious tournament.
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By the end of the year, Modrić had won the Ballon d’Or, too, the prestigious award given to the world’s best player.
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“Redoubtable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/redoubtable. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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