as in beautiful
very pleasing to look at
a drop-dead wedding dress that must have cost a fortune
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Recent Examples of drop-dead
Keke Palmer, who is on this year's Time 100 list, is drop-dead gorgeous in a floor length black gown at the Time 100 Gala on April 23 in New York City.
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Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
The league had put this past Tuesday as its drop-dead deadline for a deal to be reached without affecting the 2026 schedule.
—Sports Columnist, San Francisco Chronicle, 12 Mar. 2026
Every decade gets at least one charismatic male movie star who’s drop-dead gorgeous yet somehow guy-next-door relatable, action-hero intense one second and irresistibly charming the next.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 19 Feb. 2026
Her natural curly lob with strategic layers is drop-dead gorgeous.
—Krista Carter, InStyle, 27 Jan. 2026
Vita’s look, though, is drop-dead stunning.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 24 Jan. 2026
Its charming space and drop-dead-gorgeous desserts have helped land the restaurant on the list more than 10 times.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 22 Oct. 2025
The Post Ranch Inn is one of the most luxe resorts in California‘s drop-dead gorgeous Big Sur.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2025
Before looking at any car, decide exactly what your maximum budget is, and then begin looking for your car at 20% above your drop-dead maximum price.
—Jimmy Camp, Oc Register, 4 Aug. 2025
Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
The league had put this past Tuesday as its drop-dead deadline for a deal to be reached without affecting the 2026 schedule.
—Sports Columnist, San Francisco Chronicle, 12 Mar. 2026
Every decade gets at least one charismatic male movie star who’s drop-dead gorgeous yet somehow guy-next-door relatable, action-hero intense one second and irresistibly charming the next.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 19 Feb. 2026
Her natural curly lob with strategic layers is drop-dead gorgeous.
—Krista Carter, InStyle, 27 Jan. 2026
Vita’s look, though, is drop-dead stunning.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 24 Jan. 2026
Its charming space and drop-dead-gorgeous desserts have helped land the restaurant on the list more than 10 times.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 22 Oct. 2025
The Post Ranch Inn is one of the most luxe resorts in California‘s drop-dead gorgeous Big Sur.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2025
Before looking at any car, decide exactly what your maximum budget is, and then begin looking for your car at 20% above your drop-dead maximum price.
—Jimmy Camp, Oc Register, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drop-dead
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There’s even a kids play room on the ground floor with a beautiful, handmade rocking horse and a big toy kitchen.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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The brand channels its Ukrainian roots with beautiful embroidery on traditional silhouettes, then easily shifts into contemporary minimalism with an edge that never abandons its cultural and aesthetic roots.—
Kelsey Legg,
ABC News,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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Barragán originally set out to find the man who scammed his mother by posing as a handsome American soldier, but now interrogates four of these young men, illuminating their psychological tactics, economic hardships and moral dilemmas.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
30 May 2026
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With handsome, compound foliage that remains evergreen in frost-free areas, this heat and drought tolerant shrub makes a lovely accent or focal point.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Her trick is to create a gorgeous tablescape that feels intentional and thoughtful by draping the folding table in a beautiful tablecloth and layering on plates, napkins, and candles.—
Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
30 May 2026
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Tabitha Brown, Nina Westbrook, Anna Malaika Tubbs and Mara Brock Akil are a gorgeous girl group at the 4th Annual Women's Wellness Brunch on May 29 in Los Angeles.—
People Staff,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
Adjective
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Our lovely guide Sherelyn took us out to one of her favorite spots, a little backyard tasting room run by winemaker Simon Groves, who runs labels Groves and Filly with his wife, Amanda Ritchie, as well as the Foley family's Runholder.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 May 2026
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Nymph is soft and sweet and hot and pungent and textured and strange and lovely.—
Emily Temple,
Literary Hub,
26 May 2026
Adjective
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And as if managing the spotlight and headlines weren’t enough, Austin trips and falls right in front of Diego Cruz, his attractive, flirty rival.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
30 May 2026
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Logistics, in particular, has become an attractive sector for deployment.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
30 May 2026
Adjective
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Above the minibar are Kemp’s pretty teacups and saucers designed for Wedgewood.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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For more of a no-frills option that’s still functional and pretty, check out this 38-inch-tall bird bath.—
Brittany VanDerBill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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Right now, the comfy-cute cute walking shoes are on sale from just $55.—
Ruby McAuliffe,
InStyle,
30 May 2026
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My favorites include breezy linen co-ords, casual-but-cute loungewear sets, and elevated athleisure styles that work for basically everything — starting at $21.—
Jill Layton,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
Adjective
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The bathroom was stunning—all white and glass—and as high tech as the bedroom, with a state-of-the-art toilet and electronic bidet.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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Since then, Irby has continued to spotlight some of the sport’s most stunning plays and impressive stars, including former Arkansas slugger and current AUSL player Bri Ellis, while also engaging with players from stalwart programs in the comments.—
Molly Keshin,
New York Times,
31 May 2026
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“Drop-dead.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drop-dead. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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