marvellous
Britishadjective
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causing great wonder, surprise, etc; extraordinary
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improbable or incredible
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excellent; splendid
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"I go from being very introverted and not really wanting to engage to how I am now where I can actually talk to you and to the people at large. It's a marvellous thing."
From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026
And he has said he has been able "to gaze on some of the most marvellous spectacles that the wild places of the world have to offer".
From Barron's • May 6, 2026
Following the centre's opening, Burrow said the centre was "not just for MND sufferers and their families, but for all the staff. The staff are marvellous, they're angels".
From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026
"Our attacking play was marvellous throughout the whole game. I'm really impressed and proud."
From BBC • Feb. 13, 2026
"But it is pretty marvellous don't you think?"
From "Matilda" by Roald Dahl
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