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as in cheerful
having or showing a good mood or disposition
she was a bright, winsome gamine who could draw a smile out of anyone
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as in charming
likely or intended to win one's affection
in her new role, the actress again displays the winsome charm that has made her an audience favorite
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as in adorable
having qualities that tend to make one loved
an actress who specialized in playing winsome ingenues in romantic comedies
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Recent Examples of winsome
Kendrick also stars as Sheryl, a struggling LA actress who is persuaded to go on The Dating Game by friends, and her typically winsome, spunky performance—and able direction— lifts Woman of the Hour to the next level.
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Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
Donald Glover and Francesca Sloane’s wistfully winsome remake opts for a more human-scale romance—and, in doing so, becomes the rare film-to-TV adaptation that surpasses its source material.
—Inkoo Kang, The New Yorker, 10 Dec. 2024
Sadly, Paul King was too busy making Wonka to return to direct the third installment in this winsome series about a talking bear who loves marmalade sandwiches (and Emily Mortimer has taken over the role once played by Sally Hawkins).
—Ben Rosenstock, TIME, 19 Dec. 2024
Trending on Billboard Like her winsome take on jungle, it is decorated with curiosities across varying aesthetics, but the space looks invitingly lived-in.
—Sophie Williams, Billboard, 4 Dec. 2024
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Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
Donald Glover and Francesca Sloane’s wistfully winsome remake opts for a more human-scale romance—and, in doing so, becomes the rare film-to-TV adaptation that surpasses its source material.
—Inkoo Kang, The New Yorker, 10 Dec. 2024
Sadly, Paul King was too busy making Wonka to return to direct the third installment in this winsome series about a talking bear who loves marmalade sandwiches (and Emily Mortimer has taken over the role once played by Sally Hawkins).
—Ben Rosenstock, TIME, 19 Dec. 2024
Trending on Billboard Like her winsome take on jungle, it is decorated with curiosities across varying aesthetics, but the space looks invitingly lived-in.
—Sophie Williams, Billboard, 4 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for winsome
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Available in both a cheerful yellow daffodil and a muted pastel lavender, this handbag can add a vibrant statement to your outfit or a subtle pop of color.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2025
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Plant was putting them through a cheerful endurance test, but the filmmakers were used to the hunt.—
Steve Appleford,
SPIN,
17 Feb. 2025
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Irish actress Niamh Algar (Raised By Wolves) stars as the titular Iris Nixon, an enigmatic genius and obsessive puzzler who is recruited by the charming philanthropist Cameron McIntyre (Tom Hollander) to break a code that will unlock a dangerously powerful, world-changing piece of technology.—
Scott Roxborough,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Feb. 2025
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Midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the Paso Robles AVA offers something for everyone, with over 60 grape varieties, 200 wineries, and a charming downtown that has accommodations to suit all tastes and an array of restaurants sure to please every palate.—
Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen,
Robb Report,
24 Feb. 2025
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The 63-year-old actor also added three other throwback images of them throughout the years, including an adorable photo of them cuddling in front of the ocean, while another beachside photo included them posing on a cliff overlooking the ocean.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
15 Feb. 2025
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In the Hollywood version, Julie Andrews plays the adorable Maria opposite Christopher Plummer’s dashing captain, leading their merry band of children out of Austria on the cusp of the Second World War.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
15 Feb. 2025
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Her Los Angeles home is sunny and bright, with books lining the shelves, smiling snapshots of family and friends, and artwork filling nearly every wall.—
Kate Storey,
Rolling Stone,
14 Feb. 2025
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In this case, bright, sensitive 10-year-old Chuang (Wang Shang) feels unwanted in multiple households.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2025
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And, oh, to finish the season among the WNBA’s top five in assists by distributing to her dear friend and former Aces teammate Dearica Hamby, and to the Sparks’ young frontcourt talents, Cameron Brink and Rickea Jackson.—
Mirjam Swanson,
Orange County Register,
13 Feb. 2025
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Even the natural elements — water, air, earth and fire — want to romp with dear Parthenope.—
Randy Myers,
The Mercury News,
13 Feb. 2025
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Last week, Trump struck an optimistic note about Saudi-Israel normalization, claiming Riyadh wasn’t demanding an independent Palestinian state in return.—
Abbas Al Lawati,
CNN,
16 Feb. 2025
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Rankin is optimistic at what feels like an ongoing theatrical recovery.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
14 Feb. 2025
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The raspberry preserves and powdered sugar offer a sweet component while the ham and egg give it a savory twist.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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Scientists recently determined why people always seem to have room for something sweet after eating a meal.—
Christine Rousselle,
Fox News,
25 Feb. 2025
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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
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