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
Within earshot of a 40-foot waterfall, the home features floor-to-ceiling windows boasting breathtaking views of Terrapin and Little Terrapin Mountains.
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Cece Lesesne, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2025
The 11,000-square-foot, six-bedroom Italian Renaissance-style villa with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and Golden Gate Bridge was originally listed for $25 million in 2023.
—David Caraccio, Sacramento Bee, 28 Jan. 2025
Sweeping floor-to-ceiling windows give you a panoramic view of the forest and overlook a peaceful pond and hot tub with breathtaking mountain views.
—Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2025
This installation marries breathtaking views of the city’s skyline with immersive, artistic experiences that invite visitors to form a deep, nostalgic connection—one that draws them back time and again.
—Rhett Power, Rolling Stone, 22 Jan. 2025
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Cece Lesesne, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2025
The 11,000-square-foot, six-bedroom Italian Renaissance-style villa with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and Golden Gate Bridge was originally listed for $25 million in 2023.
—David Caraccio, Sacramento Bee, 28 Jan. 2025
Sweeping floor-to-ceiling windows give you a panoramic view of the forest and overlook a peaceful pond and hot tub with breathtaking mountain views.
—Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2025
This installation marries breathtaking views of the city’s skyline with immersive, artistic experiences that invite visitors to form a deep, nostalgic connection—one that draws them back time and again.
—Rhett Power, Rolling Stone, 22 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for breathtaking
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This, plus the new weapon mechanics, Focus attacks, and traversal system, make for a fresh and exciting new entry in the series.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
11 Feb. 2025
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The Bachelor alum, 33, welcomed her second baby, a girl, with husband Taylor Mock on Wednesday, Feb. 5, announcing the exciting news in an Instagram post on Saturday, Feb. 8.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
10 Feb. 2025
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Eleven parishioners are busy rehearsing a thrilling Western play to be presented next week.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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For anyone who did not pick up the hints or have the slightest moment of doubt, episode four’s conclusion becomes a thrilling mask-off moment, the perfect kind of narrative revelation that is unexpected and yet obvious in retrospect.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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With Fresh Picks, Billboard aims to highlight some of the best and most interesting new sounds across R&B and hip-hop — from Tyga and Shenseea’s steamy new collaboration to Giveon’s solo comeback.—
Christopher Claxton,
Billboard,
10 Feb. 2025
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The Spanish-language setup is a small but interesting wrinkle in the overall viewing picture.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
9 Feb. 2025
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Sandalwood, vanilla, and amber are met with cinnamon, rose, coriander, and mandarin for an intriguing blend suited for an alluring man.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
11 Feb. 2025
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Her chemistry with Jenner while on the Ottawa Charge last season could give Canada an intriguing middle-six scoring line, especially if Canada is going to continue experimenting with other right-wing options next to Marie-Philip Poulin on the top line.—
Hailey Salvian,
The Athletic,
8 Feb. 2025
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With one exception, Isaac (Chris Medlin), the young inspiring chef who came to Serenity in search of his birth parents.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
8 Feb. 2025
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Mathison and his family lost their longtime home in the first days of the Los Angeles wildfires Comments Cameron Mathison's resilience is inspiring to his General Hospital co-stars.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
5 Feb. 2025
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“Breathtaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breathtaking. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.
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