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as in magnificent
large and impressive in size, grandeur, extent, or conception
a monumental misunderstanding that had far-reaching consequences
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as in huge
unusually large
serves a monumental sundae that usually requires three people to finish it
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as in major
having great meaning or lasting effect
the moon landing was seen as a monumental event in human history
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Recent Examples of monumental
His monumental gas-station scene from 1964, which was a centerpiece in his recent retrospective at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, went for $68.3 million with fees, an auction high for the artist.
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Julia Halperin, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
During practice, the 6-foot-5, 275-pound Rutgers commit got a monumental surprise when Under Armour representatives presented him with an All-America Game jersey as his parents, teammates and coaches were on hand to celebrate the special occasion.
—Glenn Graham, Baltimore Sun, 23 Nov. 2024
The Department of Defense's vast funding and resources could be instrumental in helping the incoming administration address the operational and financial challenges of carrying out deportations on a monumental scale.
—Camilo Montoya-Galvez, CBS News, 21 Nov. 2024
Winning the popular vote and sweeping the battleground states in a landslide victory was a monumental achievement.
—Gary Franks, Hartford Courant, 8 Nov. 2024
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Julia Halperin, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
During practice, the 6-foot-5, 275-pound Rutgers commit got a monumental surprise when Under Armour representatives presented him with an All-America Game jersey as his parents, teammates and coaches were on hand to celebrate the special occasion.
—Glenn Graham, Baltimore Sun, 23 Nov. 2024
The Department of Defense's vast funding and resources could be instrumental in helping the incoming administration address the operational and financial challenges of carrying out deportations on a monumental scale.
—Camilo Montoya-Galvez, CBS News, 21 Nov. 2024
Winning the popular vote and sweeping the battleground states in a landslide victory was a monumental achievement.
—Gary Franks, Hartford Courant, 8 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for monumental
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But Branagh, Ashford, and Skilbeck offer no consistent access to the play’s magnificent existential darkness.Sara Holdren, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2024
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That is due, in large part, to people dying and coming back, and so there’s a soap opera quality to it that can be magnificent.Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Nov. 2024
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Still, the vast majority of beer consumed in the state is made by huge commercial breweries owned by international conglomerates.Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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There weren’t huge numbers of flaws in iOS 18.1, though some users were surprised by the need for a waitlist to be admitted to Apple Intelligence.David Phelan, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Yes, Fast Fire Watch Guards operates in most major cities across the U.S., guaranteeing a fire watch security guard can reach your venue within hours.Kyle Russell, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Another challenge for farmers is climate change, which has led to major weather events that have impacted cotton production and yield, such as extreme flooding and droughts.Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 21 Nov. 2024
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P!nk is celebrating the end of her epic Summer Carnival tour.Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 21 Nov. 2024
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From epic Westerns to poignant dramas, his use of sound as an integral component of his cinematic storytelling has stirred our emotions and immersed viewers in the worlds he’s created for decades.Bryan Antunez, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024
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The spares are for the gigantic propellers connected to four Rolls-Royce/Alstom Mermaid propulsion Pods.Heather Steinberger, Robb Report, 22 Nov. 2024
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Plant of the Month: Corpse Lily The largest flower on the planet—a gigantic, pungent parasite—reveals deep genetic mysteries and unique conservation challenges.JSTOR Daily, JSTOR Daily, 22 Nov. 2024
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In keeping with the historic solidarity between Irish republicans and the Palestinian people, Irish celebrities have been particularly vocal in the antiwar effort.Nate Jones, Vulture, 18 Nov. 2024
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The remarkably tight race will be historic regardless of the winner.Chase Hunter, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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The revolutionary Giuseppe Garibaldi inspired the fractious kingdoms of the Italian peninsula to merge as a nation by reminding them of a glorious precedent, the Roman Republic.Michael Morris, TIME, 27 Nov. 2024
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The first tragedy is made all the more poignant by the film’s striking opening, in which moments of Callas’ life are intercut with a stark, beautiful image of her singing with glorious power — an image Lachman makes iconic through his stunning black-and-white photography.Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 26 Nov. 2024
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Weaving its way past some of the city’s most spectacular sights, the track was an enormous improvement from its predecessor.Dan Cancian, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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As the new monarch, Victoria would inevitably have had an enormous influence on her subjects, especially on women’s fashions.Carol A. Grissom, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Nov. 2024
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“Monumental.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/monumental. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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