Example Sentences

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The last section of the novel assumes the form of a rippingly Tolkienesque epic fantasy quest: an eventful journey through a magical landscape, embarked on by characters it’s impossible to think of as mere processes.

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2019

Using this subgenre’s favorite expression for a classmate who is utterly reliable and simply the best, the book is wonderfully, rippingly titled, “You’re a Brick, Angela!”

From Washington Post • Feb. 13, 2019

The first song was "Klactoveesedstene," from Parker's 1947 Dial studio sessions, a rippingly uptempo bebop classic, which I knew well.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2015

The latter new shows come at the expense of Happy Endings, the rippingly funny ensemble show that never caught on beyond a cult audience.

From Time • May 15, 2013

"But you play so rippingly already," said Francis cordially.

From Michael by Benson, E. F. (Edward Frederic)