as in handsome
very pleasing to look at
she's a good-looking woman, regardless of her age
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Recent Examples of good-looking
There’s nothing new about Hollywood adaptations featuring profoundly good-looking people, but film stars used to be made to look a bit more… regular, particularly before plastic surgery made the faces of so many A-list actresses look eerily similar.
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Literary Hub,
14 May 2026
In effect, the training process teaches models not just what things look like, but what good-looking content is supposed to be.
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Ahmed Elgammal,
The Conversation,
27 Apr. 2026
Go For Ground Cover Asian star jasmine proves how good-looking ground cover can be in place of a traditional lawn at this charming South Carolina cottage.
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Katherine Owen,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2026
Stars gleam and fade away fast, but the statues of two heartthrobs who died young and left good-looking corpses have lasted decades after their deaths.
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Patt Morrison,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for good-looking
Literary Hub,
14 May 2026
In effect, the training process teaches models not just what things look like, but what good-looking content is supposed to be.
—
Ahmed Elgammal,
The Conversation,
27 Apr. 2026
Go For Ground Cover Asian star jasmine proves how good-looking ground cover can be in place of a traditional lawn at this charming South Carolina cottage.
—
Katherine Owen,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2026
Stars gleam and fade away fast, but the statues of two heartthrobs who died young and left good-looking corpses have lasted decades after their deaths.
—
Patt Morrison,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for good-looking
Recent Examples of Synonyms for good-looking
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The stakes are high, the KGB agents are handsome, the intelligence is deadly and the costumes are groovy.
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This handsome portable stands out for its incredibly bright and colorful OLED display and full aluminum chassis, giving it luxurious curb appeal at a near-budget price.
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England's Anthony Gordon had a beautiful straight shot at Ghana's goal in the 57th minute, which landed straight in the arms of keeper Benjamin Asare.
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Mabinty was remembered as a beautiful soul whose kindness, love, and hardworking spirit touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.
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There were multiple offers and the property went under contract in about a month, a indicator that downtown apartment conversion projects in the last decade are attractive to investors who see occupancies remaining strong.
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Here’s how the new numbers make a transaction a lot more attractive for Musk and his fellow SpaceX shareholders, at least in theory.
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There are five equally lovely cover fabrics to choose from, all of which are Oeko-Tex-certified for baby-soft skin, and are machine washable to make their life a little bit easier.
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The kitchen is quite small but nicely renovated (the tile floors are lovely).
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Serve this sweet-and-spicy salad with your favorite cute cocktail picks for a fresh-and-fun summer appetizer.
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Baby raccoons, for example, are very cute, but their mother may have made a den in the attic, crawl space, or shed, which can be bad for them and for the homeowner.
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But, expecting parents who are soccer fans can draw inspiration from the beautiful game with a gorgeous baby name inspired by the sport’s past and present stars.
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Today will be gorgeous with partly sunny skies, highs in the mid to upper 70s with low humidity.
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The cinnamon sugar option offers a pretty shade (basically my lips but better) plus a super yummy scent.
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Who’d have guessed that such a practical pouch could be so pretty?
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Olivia Rodrigo’s graphic T-shirts, sheer dresses, and keen eye for spotting the season’s hottest best shoes and accessories make her one of the best, effortless styles around.
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Carr was viewed by NBA scouts as athletic with his 42½-inch vertical leap and as having a good jump shot.
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“Good-looking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/good-looking. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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