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Definition of heavenly
1 : of or relating to heaven or the heavens : celestial the heavenly choirs use a telescope to study the heavenly bodies
2a : suggesting the blessed state of heaven : beatific heavenly peaceb : delightful
heavenliness
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Examples of heavenly in a Sentence
the moon, stars, and other heavenly bodies
had a heavenly time at the dance
Recent Examples of heavenly from the Web
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While mulling that over, have a look at these downright heavenly donut sandwiches that are here to bring joy to the world and — most importantly — our taste buds. 1.
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The heavenly cloud of witnesses (Hebrew 12:1) are some of your biggest fans and cheerleaders.
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Much of the lemon’s flavor is utilized through its heavenly scented zest and juice.
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As the roast cooks over hot coals, the mingled smoke and herbs release the most heavenly aroma.
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But in the summer of 1995, Pierce's chaotic exorcism just sounded a lot more heavenly than anyone else’s.
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But for me, travel off the grid is my tonic for heavenly peace and calm, a lovely ride back to the screen-free days of my youth.
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Those fortunate enough to see the heavenly fire are witnesses to the final moments of what has been a long a voyage across the darkness of space.
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After his plane crashes in the ocean, pilot Steve Trevor comes to on a heavenly beach with Wonder Woman peering into his eyes.
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First Known Use of heavenly
before 12th century
HEAVENLY Defined for English Language Learners
heavenly
playDefinition of heavenly for English Language Learners
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: appearing or occurring in the sky
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: of or relating to heaven : divine or blessed
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: very pleasant or good
HEAVENLY Defined for Kids
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