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
It’s called The Foley House, and it’s known for its hexagon shape and breathtaking views of the city by the water.
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David Caraccio, Sacramento Bee, 18 Mar. 2025
Brooke Lang Design Brooke Lang Design drew inspiration from the breathtaking views of the Chicago skyline for this condo at One Bennett Park.
—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2025
This effort helped safeguard rare volcanic soils, breathtaking views and vital habitats for species including the Mount Diablo Globe Lily and the California red-legged frog.
—Joan Morris, The Mercury News, 17 Mar. 2025
The other half of my heritage traces back to Igbo culture, originating from Southeast Nigeria, a country famous for its bronze and terracotta art, breathtaking landscapes and vibrant Afrobeats scene.
—Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2025
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David Caraccio, Sacramento Bee, 18 Mar. 2025
Brooke Lang Design Brooke Lang Design drew inspiration from the breathtaking views of the Chicago skyline for this condo at One Bennett Park.
—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2025
This effort helped safeguard rare volcanic soils, breathtaking views and vital habitats for species including the Mount Diablo Globe Lily and the California red-legged frog.
—Joan Morris, The Mercury News, 17 Mar. 2025
The other half of my heritage traces back to Igbo culture, originating from Southeast Nigeria, a country famous for its bronze and terracotta art, breathtaking landscapes and vibrant Afrobeats scene.
—Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for breathtaking
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Massive tour coaches with comically large high-flotation tires are occasional sights on the park’s other roadways, but snowmobiles are much faster and more exciting mounts that allow unfettered views of the stunning park vistas and wildlife.—
Jeremy Korzeniewski,
Robb Report,
20 Mar. 2025
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Embrace the opportunity to try something new and exciting; there’s always room for improvement.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
20 Mar. 2025
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McAfee said, referring to the freshman center’s game-winning shot that sent the Terps to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2016 with a thrilling 72-71 victory over Colorado State on Sunday night in Seattle.—
C.J. Doon,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Mar. 2025
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And Lamar simply couldn’t be hotter, coming off a big Grammy sweep and a thrilling Super Bowl Halftime Show victory.—
Jim Harrington,
The Mercury News,
25 Mar. 2025
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None of these stories have culminated into anything particularly interesting despite the season nearing its final episode.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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Along with literary value, purposes instructors noted in choosing specific books included capturing particular moments in history, providing fodder for interesting class discussions and self-exploration, and simply being interesting and entertaining reading for students.—
Livia Gershon,
JSTOR Daily,
30 Mar. 2025
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But there’s no arguing that it’s led to some intriguing releases, from the 2021 Gossip Girl reboot (which just so happened to feature a guest spot from Vogue Runway’s very own fashion news editor, José Criales-Unzueta, thank you very much) to the upcoming Freakier Friday.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
20 Mar. 2025
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The Phillies have an outstanding starting staff, which includes: Zack Wheeler-RHP-Age 34 Christopher Sanchez-LHP-Age 28 Aaron Nola-RHP-Age 31 Ranger Suarez-LHP-Age 29 Jesus Luzardo-LHP-Age 27 The intriguing Luzardo came to the Phillies in a trade with the Miami Marlins.—
Bernie Pleskoff,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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Besides being an inspiring concert, this will be old home week for hundreds of New Haven scenesters.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
29 Mar. 2025
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His go-to rockabilly leisure wear became his signature look, inspiring legends like Morrissey, the Clash, and even k.d. lang.—
Tim Moffatt,
EW.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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“Breathtaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breathtaking. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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