as in major
having great meaning or lasting effect
scientists have made a few minor discoveries in that area, but nothing earth-shattering
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Recent Examples of earth-shattering
Listen to this article Scientists using The James Webb Space Telescope have uncovered potentially earth-shattering evidence indicating a faraway world could be home to alien life.
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Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 17 Apr. 2025
There weren’t any earth-shattering results but a possible sign of what’s to come.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 5 Apr. 2025
To me, these viewership numbers are neither earth-shattering nor neither disastrous.
—Richard Deitsch, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
As secret tips from spies go, this one was not earth-shattering.
—Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 3 Jan. 2025
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Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 17 Apr. 2025
There weren’t any earth-shattering results but a possible sign of what’s to come.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 5 Apr. 2025
To me, these viewership numbers are neither earth-shattering nor neither disastrous.
—Richard Deitsch, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
As secret tips from spies go, this one was not earth-shattering.
—Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 3 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for earth-shattering
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With The Hartford being one of Main Street America’s major sponsors, the local organization could eligible for additional funding in the future, Fukala said.—
Gloria Casas,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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Horn, when healthy, is a top-10 cornerback, and his length and size are major assets in Evero’s zone-heavy coverage scheme.—
Mike Kaye
July 14,
Charlotte Observer,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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Moist soil is important; however, areas where moisture accumulates during the winter are not suitable as this will make the tubers rot.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
6 July 2025
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Yes, even more important than excellence in math and science.—
Linda McMahon,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 July 2025
Adjective
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While some savings are available to those without a Prime account, the best of these great deals and most significant discounts (as well as the fastest shipping times) are usually reserved for Prime members.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
9 July 2025
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The Rise of Indian Single Malt Whisky The launch of Amrut Fusion in 2009 marked a significant milestone.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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The long stretch of beach, starting with South Pointe Park and its 450-foot pier at the top of historic Washington Avenue, is a fine place to take in the postcard-ready image of Miami and enjoy the sunset over the cityscape.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
11 July 2025
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And a historic aristocratic club turned chic boutique hotel is the place to stay.—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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Through their new Up Payment program, Progressive is helping more first-time and first-gen buyers take that first big step. Take out your phones and scan the QR code on the screen — or visit progressive.com/openthehouse — to start your journey today.—
Essence,
Essence,
6 July 2025
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The former professional baseball player created a big alliance of six people early on in the game and proceeded to add two more names without letting anyone else in the alliance know.—
Christopher Rudolph,
People.com,
5 July 2025
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“Earth-shattering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/earth-shattering. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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