a sight/wonder to behold

noun phrase

formal + literary

: a wonderful or impressive thing to see

The huge crowd that gathered at the stadium was a sight/wonder to behold.

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Separately, actress Nicole Ari Parker was a sight to behold in her maroon ensemble with a matching hat. —

Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 30 Oct. 2024 On Wednesday, his full-court outlet passes were a sight to behold, and his ability to run the offense — always vital — has been highlighted with only one point guard, Brandin Podziemski in the lineup. —

Dieter Kurtenbach, The Mercury News, 31 Oct. 2024 Deer Valley Resort, Utah Deer Valley Resort is a wonder to behold. —

Roger Sands, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024 Deadwyler’s advancement of style has been a sight to behold. —

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“A sight/wonder to behold.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20sight%2Fwonder%20to%20behold. Accessed 19 Nov. 2024.

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