And it was fun to see the City Ballet audience eagerly lapping up sheer physical spectacle.

Actually, I'll get the better of the deal, because for sheer spectacle a fanatic doesn't hold a candle to a man who fishes in winter.

The sheer spectacle of the rising fort enthralled him.

But for sheer spectacle, the old man hasn't a patch on the Rockettes, high-kicking their way across the stage in perfect precision.

Any didactic aspect of the show can be laid aside awhile in deference to the sheer spectacle.

For sheer spectacle, that day could hardly be bettered.

"Still, some have praised the film for its sheer spectacle."

For sheer spectacle, the airplanes stole the show.

For sheer spectacle, this beats being in Manhattan.

Others turned out for the sheer spectacle.