as in paradise
an often imaginary place or state of utter perfection and happiness
dreamed of one day retiring to a tropical utopia
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Recent Examples of utopia
In Becker’s view, the rich are not merely chasing utopia, but prioritizing their vision of the future over the very real concerns of people in the present.
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John Kaag, The Atlantic, 28 May 2025
Set in a decaying version of New York City following a major disaster, the film centers on a visionary architect (Adam Driver) who seeks to rebuild the city as a utopia, clashing with entrenched power structures.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 12 May 2025
That fallacy is now deeply entrenched in the U.S. mindset, thanks to generations of leaders who believed that diplomacy would create a liberal utopia.
—A. Wess Mitchell, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
Inspired by the mythical utopia described in James Hilton's novel Lost Horizon, the hotel was designed to be a luxurious retreat amid Singapore's urban landscape.
—Paula Conway, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
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John Kaag, The Atlantic, 28 May 2025
Set in a decaying version of New York City following a major disaster, the film centers on a visionary architect (Adam Driver) who seeks to rebuild the city as a utopia, clashing with entrenched power structures.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 12 May 2025
That fallacy is now deeply entrenched in the U.S. mindset, thanks to generations of leaders who believed that diplomacy would create a liberal utopia.
—A. Wess Mitchell, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
Inspired by the mythical utopia described in James Hilton's novel Lost Horizon, the hotel was designed to be a luxurious retreat amid Singapore's urban landscape.
—Paula Conway, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for utopia
Noun
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On this 12-mile stretch of undeveloped paradise, wild horses and 4x4s reign.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
5 July 2025
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In this cycle of his career, sitting across from Kahan and providing a bittersweet paradise by the dive bar neon lights is par for the course.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
Noun
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As a dissident, Limonov didn’t find New York to be some immigrant heaven, but rather a cutthroat town where the Upper West Side socialites were as disaffected and atrophied as Politburo members.—
Ed Simon
June 23,
Literary Hub,
23 June 2025
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While there will be emphasis on families and domestic lives, the dazzling configurations taking place in the heavens above could even mark a period where past-life connections return to bring potential radiance and good news.—
Kyle Thomas,
People.com,
22 June 2025
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This can be done through a more seamless, predictive human-machine interface while fully engaging the five senses that will foster a nirvana of personal immersion.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Apr. 2025
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Active travelers will find abundant opportunities for rock climbing, kayaking, and hiking, while those craving a more leisurely getaway can soak up sun-and-sand nirvana at any of Krabi’s gorgeous beaches.—
Blane Bachelor,
AFAR Media,
12 Dec. 2024
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“Utopia.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/utopia. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.
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