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as in manifestation
the most perfect type or example
the Parthenon in Greece was considered the quintessence of the perfectly proportioned building
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as in essence
the quality or qualities that make a thing what it is
a selfless desire to help others is the quintessence of the virtue of charity
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as in classic
constituting, serving as, or worthy of being a pattern to be imitated
Helen of Troy was supposedly the quintessential beauty of the ancient world
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Recent Examples of quintessence
Chris Richards, Washington Post, 3 Feb. 2023
But Frieman hopes new data may reveal something more exotic, such as a mysterious substance called quintessence, which some scientists have proposed could explain the accelerating expansion of the universe.
—Ramin Skibba, Discover Magazine, 24 Jan. 2020
Kristin L. Wolfe, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Dine On The Water At The Cove Located at The Cove Marina, this dockside restaurant and tiki bar on the Intracoastal Waterway has live music, outdoor seating and frozen drinks for a quintessential Florida experience.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2024
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Noun
And her longevity feels like a quest in the direction of excellence, as well as a pursuit of her own quintessence.
—Chris Richards, Washington Post, 3 Feb. 2023
But Frieman hopes new data may reveal something more exotic, such as a mysterious substance called quintessence, which some scientists have proposed could explain the accelerating expansion of the universe.
—Ramin Skibba, Discover Magazine, 24 Jan. 2020
Adjective
From the exquisite interior of the Four Seasons Hotel to the exterior of the Loch Bar (in the summer) or on the inside at one of the region’s largest raw bars, Loch Bar feels like the quintessential Maryland experience.
—Kristin L. Wolfe, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Dine On The Water At The Cove Located at The Cove Marina, this dockside restaurant and tiki bar on the Intracoastal Waterway has live music, outdoor seating and frozen drinks for a quintessential Florida experience.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for quintessence
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Competing for a Shrinking Student Pool The most visible manifestation of competitive rivalry in higher education is the intensifying battle for students.Bryan Penprase, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Rather than treating Trump as a malign interloper to a virtuous establishment, Democrats should oppose him as the manifestation of a corrupt, self-enriching, oligarchic global elite.Ben Rhodes, Foreign Affairs, 13 Dec. 2024
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The blank page becomes a liminal territory where the very essence of artistic identity undergoes alchemical transformation through the crucible of motherhood.Fidan Cheikosman, JSTOR Daily, 1 Jan. 2025
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Through a vacuum distillation process, the wine retains its authentic body and essence, with a touch of natural grape added to enhance its depth.Rachel King, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
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Jim Clash covers extreme adventure and classic rock.Jim Clash, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
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Many of those classic mid-century Swiss watches occupy high positions on our recent list of the 50 Greatest Watches of All Time.Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 28 Dec. 2024
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The costumes by Colleen Atwood are predictably terrific, but this Alice is otherwise an eyesore, the apotheosis of Burton’s whimsical/magical shtick.Will Leitch, Vulture, 9 Sep. 2024
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While there have been notable boxing films after Raging Bull (Ali, The Fighter, Creed), and with all respect to Sylvester Stallone and Apollo vs. Rocky, the final battle between Jake and Sugar Ray possibly reflects the apotheosis of the genre.Vikram Murthi, Vulture, 4 Mar. 2024
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Learn about the Student of the Week nominees: Kyle Hunter, Jeffersontown High School: Kyle is a fantastic young man with exemplary character and positive energy.Gege Reed, The Courier-Journal, 20 Dec. 2024
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Other highlights from the report: Kansas improved its ranking more than any other state due to its improvement for initiatives like adopting a new statewide bike plan, creating a program to help communities access grants, and exemplary efforts by state Department of Transportation staff.Tanya Mohn, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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By the turn of the 21st century, this ideal was a relic.Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 2 Jan. 2025
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His ideal is for people to develop a full sense of self by acknowledging and balancing their traits — including the darker ones.Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 31 Dec. 2024
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From breezy linen pants that are ideal for tropical vacations to leather motorcycle jackets perfect for a night out, there’s something for every kind of trip and traveler.Alexis Benveniste, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
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Fresh baby spinach: Once cooked down, spinach turns silky and tender, perfect for filling up lots of lasagna layers.Amanda Holstein, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
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The series of today bears little resemblance to its early incarnations.Jessica Winter, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2024
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However his new incarnations are also destined to die soon.Joan MacDonald, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Quintessence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quintessence. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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