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Recent Examples of hyperintellectual
Throughout, her sensitivity and emotional presence soften the hyperintellectual, almost academic quality of her writing.
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Tiana Reid, Vulture, 31 Aug. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hyperintellectual
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This is, in large part, a refreshing break from the didactic tone of so many crime shows, although Frank does leave some compelling ideas insufficiently examined.—
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In the wrong hands, this could be too didactic and clumsy, but it’s deftly executed, and the integration of songs, drama, and dance is seamless—and often stunning.—
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None of this is pedantic, nor is it puffed up with moral outrage.—
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In Strauss’s opinion, Oppenheimer’s increasing concerns about nuclear proliferation and radioactive wastes were pedantic, alarmist.—
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Blake is accused of having drifted into high-toned seriousness; Albert, now writing for television, is branded a sellout.—
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Bright high-toned notes of cherry and strawberry show on the palate with an intriguing texture that hints at a bit of tannin.—
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He’s haunted by the two men who died on the mission, and when a snooty little reporter starts challenging his version of events, Bud gets big mad.—
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Our top spots strike a balance — swanky but not snooty.—
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Thurmond and Newsom praised Clinton Elementary School and Compton Unified School District officials for their students’ scholastic achievements.—
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Yorba, 18, said her awards, which included a $2,750 scholarship from the Ramona Garden Club, were based on her scholastic achievements and her involvement in extracurricular activities.—
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Not to sound snobbish about it, but the thought of wearing a polyester dress—knowing the environmental impact and the feel of the fabric—is something that just doesn’t sit right with me anymore.—
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In 1972, Linville picked up a five-year contract playing a snobbish surgeon second-in-command at the 4077th M*A*S*H.—
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What this means for you: The traditional college track may no longer offer the best return on investment, especially in fields where practical skills are more valued than academic credentials.—
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The district’s new effort seeks to attract educators for hard-to-fill positions such as special education and cross-cultural language and academic development.—
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Noni finds herself up against Lion’s violent henchmen and women in series of fight-to-the-death encounters aboard the tyrant’s grandiose sailing ship, which lies at the heart of a vast naval fleet.—
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The 53-room hotel feels quaint and boutique-like—but the views are grandiose.—
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“Hyperintellectual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hyperintellectual. Accessed 23 Jun. 2025.
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