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as in amazing
causing wonder or astonishment
the awesome power of the sea
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as in wonderful
of the very best kind
the food at the Sunday brunch was just awesome
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Recent Examples of awesome
Taking a fabulous getaway is awesome.
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Nicole Harris, Parents, 5 Mar. 2026
But hopefully people don't forget how awesome he's been if there is a change in his production or play as the Celtics work Tatum back into form.
—Zach Harper, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Beyond awesome displays of athleticism, the Winter Games delivered compelling storylines, some political.
—Steven P. Dinkin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Mar. 2026
Well, Serena is not only my sister but just a brilliant mind, such an awesome, brilliant human, so unstoppable in every way.
—Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2026
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Nicole Harris, Parents, 5 Mar. 2026
But hopefully people don't forget how awesome he's been if there is a change in his production or play as the Celtics work Tatum back into form.
—Zach Harper, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Beyond awesome displays of athleticism, the Winter Games delivered compelling storylines, some political.
—Steven P. Dinkin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Mar. 2026
Well, Serena is not only my sister but just a brilliant mind, such an awesome, brilliant human, so unstoppable in every way.
—Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for awesome
Recent Examples of Synonyms for awesome
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From the very beginning, she was determined and had this amazing self-belief.—
Devon Ivie,
Vulture,
11 Mar. 2026
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The flip side • Kudos to Courtney and Ewan for doing an amazing job of leading two buses of very excited first-graders through the Orlando Wetlands on a field trip!—
Ticked Off,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Mar. 2026
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The state should leave well enough alone and let the Connecticut homeschool community educate their children in many wonderful ways.—
Nicholas Tampio,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2026
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Another wonderful spot is McIntire Park, especially the Dogwood Vietnam Memorial section.—
Abby Price,
Southern Living,
10 Mar. 2026
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And 17 teams were consistent losers, led by the Raiders, who failed at an astonishing nine of 10 hires.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
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Sharpshooter Chris Ashby led the way for Queens, scoring 34 points and hitting an astonishing 10 3-pointers, many of them in transition when Queens attacked the Central Arkansas trap.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Mar. 2026
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Their egg dishes are excellent, the burger is top-notch and the roasted chicken, which is cooked over an open fire in the kitchen, is superb.—
Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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The bralette-style cups on this dual-strap tankini top are an excellent fit for smaller chests, and the criss-crossing back is a fun touch.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
12 Mar. 2026
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Out of desperation, Carol is lured into the digital wellness retreat called DreamQuil, run by a vague corporate entity promising a miraculous rejuvenation on the other side.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Mar. 2026
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An American man won the Los Angeles Marathon for the second-straight year after Nathan Martin pulled off a miraculous comeback for an epic finish.—
Austin Turner,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
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His pressure rate numbers are remarkable — even if his sack numbers aren’t — which is great news for a Panthers pass rush that was among the worst in the league last year.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Mar. 2026
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The advisory warns of possible tornadoes, hail greater than 2 inches in diameter, winds greater than 70 miles per hour and localized flash flooding for areas near and south of I-80.—
Madeline King,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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Well, the Santana band of course was just incredible.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
8 Mar. 2026
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They are known for their incredible kindness and hospitality, which says a lot given the centrality of hospitality to Iranian culture more broadly.—
Talla Mountjoy,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Mar. 2026
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My lovely new neighbors have a son my daughter’s age.—
Heather Grossmann,
Parents,
11 Mar. 2026
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Orange juice, ginger ale, and pineapple juice make up a lovely treat for after the egg hunt.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Awesome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/awesome. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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