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as in excessive
going beyond a normal or acceptable limit in degree or amount
eventually even the movie seems bored by its baroque violence
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as in intricate
having many parts or aspects that are usually interrelated
a thriller with a baroque plot that is sure to baffle many readers
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Recent Examples of baroque
The Diamond Encrusted Letter Necklace, by Jenna Katz Handmade in LA, Jenna Katz’ initial necklaces are a gloriously baroque statement picked out in mixed-cut diamonds.
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Kate Matthams, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Her second solo album, a collection of baroque chamber folk, explores mortality with striking verve.
—Stephen Kearse, TIME, 8 Dec. 2024
Near the brocade sofas, jewelry designer Presley Oldham posed for a commemorative selfie with muse Louisa Jacobson—the cool-girl actor dripping in a halter top of baroque string pearls, diamonds, and moonstones.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2024
Music blared, dancers jumped, men and women threw themselves onto their knees while weeping furiously, phones waved, children balanced precariously on dusty shoulders, banners rose and fell against the soaring baroque stone.
—Kayla Aletha Welch, Longreads, 19 Nov. 2024
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Kate Matthams, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Her second solo album, a collection of baroque chamber folk, explores mortality with striking verve.
—Stephen Kearse, TIME, 8 Dec. 2024
Near the brocade sofas, jewelry designer Presley Oldham posed for a commemorative selfie with muse Louisa Jacobson—the cool-girl actor dripping in a halter top of baroque string pearls, diamonds, and moonstones.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2024
Music blared, dancers jumped, men and women threw themselves onto their knees while weeping furiously, phones waved, children balanced precariously on dusty shoulders, banners rose and fell against the soaring baroque stone.
—Kayla Aletha Welch, Longreads, 19 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for baroque
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However, being unable to control excessive behaviors can cause people to stretch beyond their means and compromise their well-being and personal sustainability.Sandro da Silva, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Even excessive salt consumption on a single occasion can cause fragmented sleep patterns in some people.25 Long-Term Complications The main concern about eating too much salt is its impact on your blood pressure and heart.James Myhre & Dennis Sifris, MD, Verywell Health, 16 Dec. 2024
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Additionally, financing customers from your own balance sheet can strain resources, while negotiating credit facilities often involves lengthy and intricate processes.Ashish Srimal, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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Nair’s work often explored themes of moral conflict, existential dilemmas, and the intricate dynamics of rural life, reflecting his deep understanding of his cultural milieu.Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Dec. 2024
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Baseball is an extreme example, where it is accepted and understood that starting pitchers must rest for a week after starting to protect their arm.Jacob Whitehead, The Athletic, 25 Dec. 2024
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Jim Clash covers extreme adventure and classic rock.Jim Clash, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
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The slow rollout underscores the complicated nature of commercializing cutting-edge medical treatments and getting them to patients.Emily Mullin, WIRED, 23 Dec. 2024
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Explaining the complicated financing behind East Bank redevelopment project was an important city government story from this past year.Adam Tamburin, Axios, 23 Dec. 2024
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Social media footage also has shown Syrians touring the Assads’ opulent estates, revealing extravagant decor and possessions out of reach for many who lived through the country’s civil war since 2011.Sally Abou Aljoud, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
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Every year, the Kardashian-Jenners host an extravagant Christmas Eve bash equipped with over-the-top decorations and activities at one of their sprawling Southern California mansions.Natalia Senanayake, People.com, 14 Dec. 2024
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These simple additions contributed to an even more complex flavor.Ashia Aubourg, Outside Online, 23 Dec. 2024
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Traditional security tools can be overly complex and disruptive, leading users to bypass them.Seemant Sehgal, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Hike along the Beagle Channel on the Senda Costera, or push yourself on the steep Cerro Guanaco Trail for awe-inspiring views of mountains plunging into icy waters.Alexandra Gillespie, Outside Online, 16 Dec. 2024
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Rugged terrain continues to pose a challenge for fire crews trying to access steep mountainous areas.Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 14 Dec. 2024
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Simplify Technology Digital transformation often results in tech sprawl, a web of disconnected tools that silo data and complicate workflows.Ed Jennings, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Sizable costs levied on businesses, costs that needlessly harm and complicate exchange for customers and businesses alike.John Tamny, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
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“Baroque.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/baroque. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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