as in exciting
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
a truly breathtaking view of the majestic waterfall
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Recent Examples of breathtaking
The talent on display will be breathtaking and the matches should be thrilling, though a bloated group stage featuring 72 matches could dilute some of the excitement early in the tournament.
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Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 11 June 2026
In New York and the financial markets, the way that they’re built is breathtaking.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 11 June 2026
The goal was a breathtaking example of Yamal’s ability to create space, to read the game and his imagination and daring.
—Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
Three new bombshells entered the villa on the June 8 episode of Love Island USA Season 8, including the breathtaking Sol Dean.
—Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 10 June 2026
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Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 11 June 2026
In New York and the financial markets, the way that they’re built is breathtaking.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 11 June 2026
The goal was a breathtaking example of Yamal’s ability to create space, to read the game and his imagination and daring.
—Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
Three new bombshells entered the villa on the June 8 episode of Love Island USA Season 8, including the breathtaking Sol Dean.
—Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 10 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for breathtaking
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The moon in Aries also energizes your 11th house of friendships and future plans, so a social event or opportunity could feel exciting.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
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While the combination of editor Sarah Broshar’s relentless pacing and John Williams’ full-bodied score (which stands among the veteran composer’s finest) makes for an exciting watch throughout, the breathless action sequences are especially thrilling.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2026
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The Argentinians, of course, went on to win the 2022 World Cup in one of the most thrilling finals in tournament history.—
Don Riddell,
CNN Money,
15 June 2026
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But Qatar’s fourth and final shot on goal proved the difference between a loss and a thrilling comeback point earned.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
13 June 2026
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Anna Moneymaker / Getty Images The main card event promises to be an interesting fight.—
Kathryn Watson,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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That combination makes Norwegian Epic one of the more interesting mainstream cruise ships sailing in Europe.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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The back end of this position group is also intriguing.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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If Pearce attends mandatory minicamp, his integration into the locker room, as well as his involvement in the team’s practices, will be particularly intriguing as Stefanski tries setting his culture.—
Daniel Flick,
AJC.com,
15 June 2026
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Watching what Richards has gone through the last two weeks to get himself into this position was inspiring, his teammates said.—
Kevin Baxter,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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Talking about death can be educational, empowering and inspiring.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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“Breathtaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breathtaking. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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