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spectacle
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spectacle [′spek·tə·kəl]
(zoology)
A colored marking in the form of rings around the eyes, as in certain birds, reptiles, and mammals (as the raccoon).

Spectacle
Speed (See SWIFTNESS.)
Aïda
opera renowned for its scenic grandeur; sometimes played with on-stage elephants. [Ital. Opera: Verdi Aïda in Benét, 16]
Barnum and Bailey circus
“greatest show on earth,” famed for outstanding displays. [Am. Culture: Collier’s, V, 110]
Birth of a Nation, The D. W.
Griffith’s monumental Civil War film. [Am. Cinema: Halliwell, 51]
Ziegfeld Follies
elaborate New York musical entertainment (1907–1931) with gorgeous settings and dancers. [Am. Theater: NCE, 3045]
Folies Bergère
opulent musical show in Paris featuring dancers, rich costumes and scenery. [Fr. Theater: EB (1972 ed.), IX, 515]


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Buckingham Palace insisted that the queen's retort was made in jest, showing mock frustration with the Italian leader who is well known for making a spectacle of himself at formal occasions.
Buckingham Palace insisted that the queen's retort was made in jest, showing mock frustration with the Italian leader who is well known for making a spectacle of himself at formal occasions.
David is used to making a spectacle of himself but it's normally on TV - not the dance floor.
 
 
 
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