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Recent Examples of telegenic
Erving was the telegenic, genial face of two leagues during his 16-year professional career, carrying the ABA for five seasons with the Virginia Squires and New York Nets before going to Philly and the NBA in 1976 as part of the NBA-ABA merger.
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David Aldridge, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024
This demand signals his intent to appoint people whose primary qualification is loyalty or telegenic looks, such as Fox TV host Pete Hegseth at the Defense Department and Rep. Matt Gaetz at the Department of Justice.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 16 Nov. 2024
The economic recovery from COVID was far faster and stronger here than just about anywhere else, and this summer the Democrats—operating with unexpected efficiency—replaced Joe Biden with a far more telegenic, vital, and historic candidate in Kamala Harris.
—The New Yorker, 5 Nov. 2024
The more telegenic Vance demonstrated his considerable media experience with his smooth delivery and unruffled manner.
—Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
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David Aldridge, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024
This demand signals his intent to appoint people whose primary qualification is loyalty or telegenic looks, such as Fox TV host Pete Hegseth at the Defense Department and Rep. Matt Gaetz at the Department of Justice.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 16 Nov. 2024
The economic recovery from COVID was far faster and stronger here than just about anywhere else, and this summer the Democrats—operating with unexpected efficiency—replaced Joe Biden with a far more telegenic, vital, and historic candidate in Kamala Harris.
—The New Yorker, 5 Nov. 2024
The more telegenic Vance demonstrated his considerable media experience with his smooth delivery and unruffled manner.
—Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for telegenic
Adjective
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The Cotswolds’ photogenic towns and villages have served as the backdrop for many movies and TV shows, including Bridget Jones’s Diary (2001), Downton Abbey (2010–2015), and Nancy Meyers’ Christmas rom-com The Holiday (2006).—
Sezin Devi Koehler,
EW.com,
16 Jan. 2025
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Ground has already been broken on a luxury yacht marina and resort in Shoal Bay West, a tranquil and photogenic beach area.—
Sandra MacGregor,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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But, at present, even that does not look especially attractive.—
Matt Woosnam,
The Athletic,
8 Feb. 2025
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Normally, this would be when a rom-com manufactures some reason why these two attractive people can’t be together, but Heart Eyes has the advantage of also being a horror story about a serial killer who’s decided to make Seattle their latest hunting ground for couples.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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While being too good-looking a movie star may be world’s-smallest-violin territory, a whirlwind year with two standout unconventional performances now has the 42-year-old cast in a very different light.—
Marc Tracy,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2025
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He’s got pretty cool hair and is contextually good-looking.—
Tony Maglio,
IndieWire,
11 Feb. 2025
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This is a classic movie problem, the kind of too-neat hangup that has to be vaulted over on the way toward happily ever after — so, naturally, Ally has a classic meet-cute at a coffee shop with a handsome stranger named Jay (Mason Gooding) whose issue line up perfectly with hers.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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The plans, handsome blueprints, were spread out on the table and as Recorder Welch read the specifications, Mr. Morgan made the necessary explanations.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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The translator need only find the right verbal stones and install them in comely sentences, in cadences that mirror the author’s own, and Mishima’s voice will emerge.—
Deborah Treisman,
The New Yorker,
27 Oct. 2024
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This road car with racetrack roots emerged as a shot across the bow of Jaguar after its comely E-type was unveiled at the 1961 Geneva Motor show.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
12 Apr. 2024
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It's made up of tiny ice crystals that can transform into a variety of intricate symmetrical patterns forming a beautiful snowflake.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA TODAY,
16 Feb. 2025
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Listen to this article Another beautiful and sunny afternoon is expected in Central Florida on Saturday, Spectrum News 13 meteorologist Zach Covey said.—
Elainie Barraza,
Orlando Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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A treat here — whether a cappuccino, an Aperol spritz, or a post-dinner gelato — is made even more special by the charming outdoor tables beneath Pontremoli’s illuminated bell tower.—
Carissa & Dino Tozzi,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Feb. 2025
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Miller Beach is next door to Indiana Dunes National Park; it’s got a beach and a charming commercial district (Miller Pizza Co., Tiny’s Coffee Bar).—
Paige Williams,
The New Yorker,
10 Feb. 2025
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Drake alludes to the rap beef heard around the world — and at the Super Bowl — with pretty standard-issue Drake talk.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
14 Feb. 2025
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This kitchen island, outfitted with deep drawers and polished brass hardware, is pretty and practical.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Feb. 2025
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“Telegenic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/telegenic. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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