as in feat
an act of notable skill, strength, or cleverness
her performance as a woman impaired by a stroke was a theatrical tour de force
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Key to this is Fiennes’ commando performance, a tour de force with so few f*cks given that the film’s astonishing, electrifying climax could put him back into the awards conversation with a part that couldn’t be farther away from Conclave’s Cardinal Thomas.
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Damon Wise, Deadline, 13 Jan. 2026
But when his murder is revealed at breakfast, Candiace (who was hoping and praying for his death) delivers a tour de force performance.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2026
The all-new JPOD turns an everyday Jeep Wrangler into an all-out tour de force of overland exploration.
—New Atlas, 30 Dec. 2025
Happening March 13-15 at the city’s Moody Amphitheater, the event will feature a tour de force of headlining performances from hip-hop titan Don Toliver on March 13, corridos star Junior H on March 14 and Dutch electronic phenom Mau P on March 15.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 10 Dec. 2025
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Damon Wise, Deadline, 13 Jan. 2026
But when his murder is revealed at breakfast, Candiace (who was hoping and praying for his death) delivers a tour de force performance.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2026
The all-new JPOD turns an everyday Jeep Wrangler into an all-out tour de force of overland exploration.
—New Atlas, 30 Dec. 2025
Happening March 13-15 at the city’s Moody Amphitheater, the event will feature a tour de force of headlining performances from hip-hop titan Don Toliver on March 13, corridos star Junior H on March 14 and Dutch electronic phenom Mau P on March 15.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 10 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tour de force
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Current coaches Dana Altman and Kelvin Sampson have also accomplished the feat, while Eddie Sutton, Roy Williams, Fran Dunphy, Lou Henson, Bob Huggins and Jim Larranaga had done it previously.—
Tom Murphy,
Arkansas Online,
17 Feb. 2026
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Iowa's dominance in collegiate wrestling The Hawkeyes lead all Iowa schools with 24 team titles at the NCAA Championships, last accomplishing this feat in 2021, and are second all-time, behind Oklahoma State (34).—
Cooper Worth,
Des Moines Register,
17 Feb. 2026
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In a ruse that, for lack of a more astute reference point here, feels very Don Draper-coded, Rose poses as the dear male soldier who died next to her in battle, figuring why waste the deeds to perfectly decent land, or his name.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
17 Feb. 2026
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During the month of fasting Muslims are expected to read the Quran with special intensity and to seek opportunities for good deeds, especially helping the poor.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
17 Feb. 2026
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One George reflects on another Bush in his essay on Washington reflected on the first president's willingness to cede power both as the Army's commander and as president, his loyalty to his country and his achievements, including avoiding war and stabilizing a burgeoning economy.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
16 Feb. 2026
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Glenn’s triumph over depression and an eating disorder shows how the sport is finally prioritizing skaters’ well-being alongside athletic achievement and technical excellence.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Feb. 2026
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The lively City Hall gala was Boston’s third official celebration since the city formally recognized the day as a holiday in 2023, and attendees marked the occasion with a range of artistic showcases and performances.—
Grace Zokovitch,
Boston Herald,
16 Feb. 2026
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Kick You, and Naomi Ackie won best supporting performance for Sorry, Baby.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
16 Feb. 2026
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Davis could have pulled a similar stunt, which would have been to Boykin’s advantage.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Feb. 2026
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Tatum is known for performing his own stunts in his films.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Feb. 2026
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“Tour de force.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tour%20de%20force. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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