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 combination of breathtaking views and exceptional cuisine created an unforgettable evening.
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 27 Aug. 2025
But perhaps the biggest star of the season — even more than Reedus and McBride — is the gorgeous Spanish countryside scenery, which the series shows off every step of the way with incredible, breathtaking locations.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Step inside and find breathtaking chandeliers, leafy foliage at every turn, bold-colored walls studded with Mexican paintings, and hanging alebrijes—dreamscape figures that depict animals, objects, and imaginary creatures.
—Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 23 Aug. 2025
Float through the geological wonder on the Colorado River with an adrenaline-pumping white water adventure or take in the breathtaking views slowly on a smooth water rafting trip.
—Olivia Rose, AZCentral.com, 18 Aug. 2025
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 27 Aug. 2025
But perhaps the biggest star of the season — even more than Reedus and McBride — is the gorgeous Spanish countryside scenery, which the series shows off every step of the way with incredible, breathtaking locations.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Step inside and find breathtaking chandeliers, leafy foliage at every turn, bold-colored walls studded with Mexican paintings, and hanging alebrijes—dreamscape figures that depict animals, objects, and imaginary creatures.
—Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 23 Aug. 2025
Float through the geological wonder on the Colorado River with an adrenaline-pumping white water adventure or take in the breathtaking views slowly on a smooth water rafting trip.
—Olivia Rose, AZCentral.com, 18 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for breathtaking
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On Friday night, FC Juarez faces off with Santos Laguna in exciting Liga MX soccer action, with both teams desperate for a win.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Aug. 2025
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Sailors will also find exciting yachts in the Wallywind 110, the Swan 88, or the Sunreef 60, 70, and 80 models.—
Kathleen Turner,
Forbes.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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Johnson’s 18-yard catch set the stage for his dramatic 4-yard touchdown run with 13 seconds remaining Friday night for the host Mustangs in a thrilling 28-21 victory over Marist in Chicago.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Aug. 2025
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There’s a thrilling sense of danger any time these two interact, given that they could be found out at any point and their respective families would be ruined as a result.—
Max Gao,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Aug. 2025
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Aston’s Formula 1 Team has now teamed up with another distillery, Glenfiddich, on a new 16-year-old single malt that was aged in an interesting variety of casks.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
21 Aug. 2025
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Meteor Crater is a geological warm-up act to the Grand Canyon, an interesting diversion worth visiting near Winslow.—
Olivia Rose,
AZCentral.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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Cora did not announce who would be added to the rotation, though the Red Sox have some intriguing options in Kyle Harrison and Payton Tolle.—
Michael Hurley,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Aug. 2025
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Second-year wideout Jalen Coker and sixth-round pick Jimmy Horn Jr. also possess intriguing upside.—
Mike Kaye
August 22,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Aug. 2025
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Piper: Working together on a team deeply committed to making an impact was truly inspiring.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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The three-part original documentary exposes the dark side of the inspiring but controversial show, featuring interviews with former Biggest Loser contestants, producers and crew members, like fitness trainer Bob Harper.—
Christopher Rudolph,
People.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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“Breathtaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breathtaking. Accessed 4 Sep. 2025.
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