bravura

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  1. noun Music Brilliant technique or style in performance.
  2. noun Music A piece or passage that emphasizes a performer's virtuosity.
  3. noun A showy manner or display.
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  • There was the same bravura, the same conscious magnificence, the same happy self-confidence. —  Death of a Ghost - Margery Allingham - Campion 06
  • Hudson's bravura is also evident on the Timbaland-soundscaped and Ludacris assisted —  VIBE Magazine
  • It was no doubt just bravura, just loud-mouthed talk. —  Latest Articles
  • The last time he was mentioned on TVB it was for his bravura performance interrupting Carlos Mencia in mid-performance and accusing him of stealing his jokes. —  TV Barn
  • Let's hope Penelope Cruz wins supporting actress for her bravura turn as a tempestuous Latin lover in Vicky Cristina Barcelona. —  Macleans.ca
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  1. Italian, from bravo, excellent; see brave.

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  1. Italian, bravery, spirit, from bravo: see brave
 

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