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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Recent Examples of tour de force
Back in 2017, their press tour for Spider-Man: Homecoming was a flirtatious tour de force: Zendaya always doubled over in laughter, Tom comforting an anxious Zendaya with a gentle hand on her knee, both of them constantly pulling the same silly face or one-liner out at the same exact time.
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Ivana Rihter, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2025
But what a joy to see this singular comedic talent become the toast of Broadway, thanks to their tour de force as a boozy, stagestruck Mary Todd Lincoln.
—Michael Schulman, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
In her recent tour de force of how the ocean works, The Blue Machine, physicist and oceanographer Helen Czerski argues that that perspective couldn’t be more wrong.
—Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 29 Nov. 2024
Shōgun is a stunning tour de force that was rewarded at the 2024 Emmys, scoring a record 18 wins including Outstanding Drama Series, Lead Drama Actor for Sanada, and Lead Drama Actress for Anna Sawai, who made history as the first actress of Asian descent to win her category.
—refinery29.com, 27 Dec. 2024
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Ivana Rihter, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2025
But what a joy to see this singular comedic talent become the toast of Broadway, thanks to their tour de force as a boozy, stagestruck Mary Todd Lincoln.
—Michael Schulman, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
In her recent tour de force of how the ocean works, The Blue Machine, physicist and oceanographer Helen Czerski argues that that perspective couldn’t be more wrong.
—Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 29 Nov. 2024
Shōgun is a stunning tour de force that was rewarded at the 2024 Emmys, scoring a record 18 wins including Outstanding Drama Series, Lead Drama Actor for Sanada, and Lead Drama Actress for Anna Sawai, who made history as the first actress of Asian descent to win her category.
—refinery29.com, 27 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tour de force
Noun
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Nadal was more successful, achieving the feat three times — all at the French Open — in five attempts.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
The Athletic,
23 Jan. 2025
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The Sphere An architectural feat of an entirely different kind, the Sphere has transformed the Las Vegas skyline since its 2023 debut.—
Melinda Sheckells,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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There is no higher deed in this world, no greater act than saving the life of another human being.—
Allan Chernoff,
Hartford Courant,
16 Jan. 2025
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Much of Europe was shocked, but the deed helped consolidate Napoleon’s control over France.—
Margaret MacMillan,
Foreign Affairs,
7 Jan. 2025
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Keep track of your major accomplishments and milestones to reference during performance reviews, and continually communicate your achievements.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
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The Academy’s efforts to maintain its traditions, even in the face of unexpected challenges, reflect its commitment to honoring the artistry and achievements of cinema.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
24 Jan. 2025
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But that’s not the most impressive aspect of his nightly performances — not to head coach Ime Udoka, whose focus is generally directed to the other end.—
Kelly Iko,
The Athletic,
24 Jan. 2025
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What set White’s work apart from the pack are his keen insights into human psychology and his ability to help actors translate that understanding into performances that convey the unique mix of desire, delusion, and hypocrisy swirling in each character’s head.—
Charlie Campbell,
TIME,
24 Jan. 2025
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Tom Cruise is celebrated for doing all his own stunts on the sets of his action movies.—
Caroline Frost,
Deadline,
2 Feb. 2025
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The award will be given to a stunt coordinator, stunt choreographer, cinematographer, unit director, and/or any notable stunt professionals.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Tour de force.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tour%20de%20force. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.
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