as in pageants
an elaborate, visually exciting show or event
the larger-than-life spectaculars that make Las Vegas attractive to people with little interest in gambling
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Exploring the misogyny of beauty pageants and its targeting of transwomen and the ongoing objectification of women, the contestants each called to the stage, presented by a very Vincent Price-seeming host representing the patriarchy.—
Roxanne Robinson,
Forbes.com,
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The two pageants have suffered a few shakeups in recent years, most notably after the 2023 adult and junior winners, Miss USA Noelia Voigt and Miss Teen USA UmaSofia Srivastav, relinquished their titles.—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
16 Sep. 2025
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Its program starts on September 19 and features hands-on exhibits, astronomy events and interactive science demonstrations across multiple downtown venues.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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The Bowers has featured major exhibits, including Egyptian mummies and China’s Terracotta Warriors.—
Amy Bentley,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 2025
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Read on for more 2026 Total Eclipse cruises designed to deliver front-row seats to one of Earth's most stunning spectacles.—
Susan B. Barnes,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Sep. 2025
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MrBeast is known for his viral spectacles, engaging challenges and massive giveaways, including millions of dollars in food and supplies for those in need.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
18 Sep. 2025
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Advertisers still crave the broad, simultaneous viewership such extravaganzas generate, and marketers that in the past might not have spent heavily on sports now see new reasons to do so.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
3 Sep. 2025
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Other key exhibitions included in the Lake Como Design Festival itinerary include a tribute to Italian architect and designer Aldo Rossi.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
18 Sep. 2025
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The space will host salon-style events and exhibitions, creating a permanent cultural hub.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
17 Sep. 2025
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Boox have taken the form factor of a smartphone and replaced the high-resolution and power-hungry color displays with an eInk Carta 1200 display.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Historical exhibits and fine-art displays are featured throughout the event.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Spectaculars.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spectaculars. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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