greatness
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the quality or state of being important, notable, or distinguished.
The goal is to inspire students to achieve greatness by taking risks, working hard, and pushing their limits.
The town is considered an important historical landmark, and is known primarily for its architectural greatness and venerable history.
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the quality or state of being powerful or intense.
Those who are deemed incurable by reason of the greatness of their crimes are banished and never allowed to return.
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the quality or state of being large in size, stature, number, etc..
The ancient stone walls, towering close to 200 feet high, impress with their greatness.
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"By his side, Mathilde Favier embodied another form of French greatness: that of fashion and luxury," the minister added in a statement.
From Barron's ● Aug. 18, 2026
Worthiness is a tougher bar to clear than being chosen for greatness.
From Salon ● Aug. 16, 2026
“May this doll remind every child and every collector that dreams have no limits, excellence leaves a lasting imprint, and true greatness never goes out of style.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
Saxberger is to be the star attraction, and those who have never heard of him are about to encounter neglected greatness.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 6, 2026
As recalled by one of his contemporaries, Isbel was “content with the reflected greatness which shone on the blade of his razor and now settled on him.”
From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield
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