as in appeal
a special quality that makes a person or thing interesting or exciting
There's a certain mystique to mountain climbing. No one has been able to copy the legendary singer's mystique.
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Recent Examples of mystique
Dumas wrote his titular character as a man of mystique and a naturally charming presence capable of holding court with a wealth of tales from exotic locales.
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Jon O'Brien, IndieWire, 19 Mar. 2026
In addition, mentions by The LOX, Redman, A$AP Rocky, Dave East, and more, on wax and elsewhere, have only strengthened the mystique surrounding Skate Key.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 19 Mar. 2026
The mystique has been lifted from the achievement on some level, through no fault of Adebayo.
—Sam Vecenie, New York Times, 12 Mar. 2026
Despite this, Howard Swig, the head of auctions at Bring a Trailer, says that Show or Display cars still have a mystique to them.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 3 Mar. 2026
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Jon O'Brien, IndieWire, 19 Mar. 2026
In addition, mentions by The LOX, Redman, A$AP Rocky, Dave East, and more, on wax and elsewhere, have only strengthened the mystique surrounding Skate Key.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 19 Mar. 2026
The mystique has been lifted from the achievement on some level, through no fault of Adebayo.
—Sam Vecenie, New York Times, 12 Mar. 2026
Despite this, Howard Swig, the head of auctions at Bring a Trailer, says that Show or Display cars still have a mystique to them.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 3 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mystique
Noun
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After an appeal of those terms, the arbitrator issued the decision to reinstate Moran on Wednesday.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
2 Apr. 2026
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The older two initially resist their parents’ appeals to immerse themselves in nature, but the youngest, who is mute, explores the area and finds a magical tree inhabited by a group of extraordinary characters.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Complete with Portland charm, cobble stone pathways, farm-to-table delights, local boutiques, shops, galleries and much more, its inviting neighborhood feel will set the tone for your day ahead.—
Dontaira Terrell,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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Wessels catches gleams to follow not only in magical tales but in twinkling memories, sparkling wordplay, the films of silver-screen star Veronica Lake, and his charm of a daughter, the inspiration of a half-dozen poems that take their titles from spells.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 Apr. 2026
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These factors include the high price of gold before the war, the relative attractiveness of other low-risk assets and a mixed record of living up to its safe-haven status.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
27 Mar. 2026
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South Park and North Park, not wealthy neighborhoods, gained in attractiveness and value over decades because working people bought old houses, fixed and maintained them.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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Swift leaned into the soft romance of her outfit with an undone half-up hairstyle with her signature bangs brushed to the side for a dreamy effect.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
27 Mar. 2026
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The post marks a classic social media hard launch — the deliberate, public-facing debut of a new romance.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
27 Mar. 2026
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Taylor Swift channels Elizabeth Taylor’s glamour on track 2 of 'The Life of a Showgirl'Need a news break?—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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Spanning up to 1,560 square feet, the six Signature Suites are decked out with 19th-century frescoes, gilded salons, marble fireplaces, and tall windows, evoking the glitz and glamor of a bygone era.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
31 Mar. 2026
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Herbs and Spices A deep oven drawer might fit all your herb and spice jars in an orderly and easy-to-access fashion, but the warmth generated in this space can mean these seasonings will quickly lose their depth of flavor, aroma, and color.—
Gemma Johnstone,
The Spruce,
2 Apr. 2026
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Near the top of the purifier, there's an aroma pad box.—
John R. Delaney,
PC Magazine,
2 Apr. 2026
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For pies, there are 15 flavors to choose from – classics like apple, lemon meringue, pecan, banana cream and chocolate but also coconut cream and peanut butter cream.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Mar. 2026
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And one of the big additions to the braise is asking a butcher for lamb bones and fat that Croft roasts off to add another layer of flavor and richness to the braise.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
28 Mar. 2026
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Trump cultivates an aura of unpredictability, but his actions betray certain patterns that are discernible to those who know where to look.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Fortune,
26 Mar. 2026
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Celebrate, manifest or recharge your aura with a candle that's playful, bold and a little too accurate.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
23 Mar. 2026
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“Mystique.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mystique. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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