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as in formidable
causing fear
his next opponent, the reigning champion, would be by far the most redoubtable adversary the young boxer had ever faced
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as in distinguished
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
a surprising discovery by one of the most redoubtable figures in Egyptian archaeology
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Recent Examples of redoubtable
Now 30, Can has been a central figure in Dortmund’s improbable run to the Champions League final, acting as a redoubtable presence in midfield, an occasional reinforcement in defense, and a composed, charismatic leader.
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Rory Smith, New York Times, 31 May 2024
Tis time round, however, plot driver is the sudden dependence of a a redoubtable mother, portrayed by Adrian Ozores, who won a best supporting actress award.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 9 Mar. 2024
The leader in this redoubtable regard is the MINI Cooper Hardtop at a 25.5% markup, with the full-electric Porsche Taycan sedan following at 32.1% over list.
—Jim Gorzelany, Forbes, 13 Feb. 2024
The Iranians have worked painstakingly in the past decade to build up a redoubtable deterrence capability on Israel’s borders with Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza.
—Michael Young, The Atlantic, 24 Oct. 2023
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Rory Smith, New York Times, 31 May 2024
Tis time round, however, plot driver is the sudden dependence of a a redoubtable mother, portrayed by Adrian Ozores, who won a best supporting actress award.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 9 Mar. 2024
The leader in this redoubtable regard is the MINI Cooper Hardtop at a 25.5% markup, with the full-electric Porsche Taycan sedan following at 32.1% over list.
—Jim Gorzelany, Forbes, 13 Feb. 2024
The Iranians have worked painstakingly in the past decade to build up a redoubtable deterrence capability on Israel’s borders with Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza.
—Michael Young, The Atlantic, 24 Oct. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for redoubtable
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So the panel is top tier and should be a formidable alternative to the QD-OLED display used in Samsung’s respective 2025 flagship, the S95F. OLED TVs just keep getting brighter, more vivid, and dazzling — and consumers really can’t go wrong with any of them.—
Chris Welch,
The Verge,
10 Jan. 2025
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After navigating a few early hiccups—which included, of all things, snail slime—TikTok Shop proved formidable; the app’s surge in vendors outpaced competitors like Amazon, which TikTok ultimately wants to replace (or at least dethrone).—
Jason Parham,
WIRED,
10 Jan. 2025
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The Lotus Shoes, by Jane Yang In 18th-century China, an embroidery artist is sold into slavery to the distinguished Fong family.—
Staff,
The Christian Science Monitor,
10 Jan. 2025
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Another distinguished participant was President Carter’s pastor, Tony Lowden.—
Rebecca Angel Baer,
Southern Living,
9 Jan. 2025
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What’s more terrifying than losing control of your physical and mental self as your most primal, animalistic instincts take the wheel?—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
15 Jan. 2025
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The stability and flexibility around Josh Allen makes for a terrifying formula.—
Derrik Klassen,
The Athletic,
15 Jan. 2025
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An outstanding spirit with a wonderfully rounded and smooth palate and a spicy crescendo.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
11 Jan. 2025
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Another outstanding question is whether there will be further expansion of access to medical marijuana through the state’s Compassionate Use Program.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Jan. 2025
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The glorious few who still worry about the decline of Palm Beach society speculated wildly that Trump was planning to legalize gambling and build a casino, or — the truly frightening possibility — subdivide his acreage and sell houses.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
8 Jan. 2025
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In a cast full of mothers, the women are naturally sympathetic, triggered by the idea that something that frightening could happen to them too – only to be a little flummoxed at the full picture as more details started to come out.—
Shamira Ibrahim,
Vulture,
6 Jan. 2025
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Orioles shortstop Cal Ripken Jr., 1991 The peak of his illustrious career, Ripken posted a whopping 11.5 WAR in 1991 to win his second and final MVP.—
Jacob Calvin Meyer,
Baltimore Sun,
10 Jan. 2025
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The search for someone to portray her on Broadway in a musical based on her illustrious career called Dolly: An Original Musical has started.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
8 Jan. 2025
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Which sounds kind of nerdy and scary simultaneously.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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In the pilot alone, season two feels a little scarier than one.—
Abbey White,
The Hollywood Reporter,
10 Jan. 2025
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Four Milwaukee teenagers are celebrating after getting into the college of their dreams despite the prestigious school only having a 25% acceptance rate.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
10 Jan. 2025
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One of the best parts of my job as Axios' transportation correspondent is evaluating the latest cars and trucks for this prestigious award.—
Joann Muller,
Axios,
10 Jan. 2025
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“Redoubtable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/redoubtable. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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