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The professor was known for his brilliance.
the brilliance of a diamond
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The former second-round draft pick has shown some flashes of offensive brilliance and the Lakers were high on him at first.
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David Faris, Newsweek, 29 Dec. 2024
Rickey was unashamed of his brilliance, which meant he couldn’t be dissuaded from proclaiming it.
—Marcus Thompson Ii, The Athletic, 25 Dec. 2024
While some bowtie effect is natural and even desirable, a pronounced bowtie can detract from the diamond’s brilliance.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2024
Central Java, Le Temple Hotel offers a rare fusion of architectural brilliance and immersive cultural experiences.
—Jennifer Lee, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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David Faris, Newsweek, 29 Dec. 2024
Rickey was unashamed of his brilliance, which meant he couldn’t be dissuaded from proclaiming it.
—Marcus Thompson Ii, The Athletic, 25 Dec. 2024
While some bowtie effect is natural and even desirable, a pronounced bowtie can detract from the diamond’s brilliance.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2024
Central Java, Le Temple Hotel offers a rare fusion of architectural brilliance and immersive cultural experiences.
—Jennifer Lee, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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“Brilliance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/brilliance. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.
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brilliance
noun
bril·liance
ˈbril-yən(t)s 
: the quality or state of being brilliant
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