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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
The Gallery, curated by Charles Adler, features an awesome assortment of classic concert photos and posters, memorabilia and more.
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George A. Paul, Oc Register, 27 Sep. 2025
Guys were awesome, staff, everything.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 27 Sep. 2025
Every autumn, avid leaf-peepers make annual pilgrimages to forests, mountains, and even deserts to view this awesome display on hikes and scenic drives.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2025
But an awesome friend to everyone else.
—Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 25 Sep. 2025
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George A. Paul, Oc Register, 27 Sep. 2025
Guys were awesome, staff, everything.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 27 Sep. 2025
Every autumn, avid leaf-peepers make annual pilgrimages to forests, mountains, and even deserts to view this awesome display on hikes and scenic drives.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2025
But an awesome friend to everyone else.
—Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 25 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for awesome
Recent Examples of Synonyms for awesome
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This has been my go-to spot for years, and the owners are amazing people.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Sep. 2025
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That stuff is so random, and there’s so many amazing bands that no one ever listens to.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Sep. 2025
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Skor bars are a nonnegotiable addition; the cookies have the perfect toffee-to-chocolate ratio and wonderful texture.—
The Bon Appétit Staff,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 Oct. 2025
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Today’s tech news follows; have a wonderful weekend.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
3 Oct. 2025
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Bader was excellent early Saturday, notching a sacrifice fly to drive in Realmuto and hustling to right-center for a diving catch in the fifth.—
Charlotte Varnes,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Both are excellent places for birding, boating, fishing, hiking, and finding a little peace and quiet.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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For decades, scientists have wondered whether quantum mechanics plays a role in this astonishing efficiency.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
1 Oct. 2025
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New analysis highlighted the astonishing economic cost of AI data centers’ power demands.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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See how commonwealth compares to other states The classic Halloween symbol is also great at dividing the masses.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
2 Oct. 2025
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At just $30, Universal Thread’s version is a great way to add the style to your rotation at a fraction of the price.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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Inter reaching two Champions League finals in the past three seasons is nothing short of miraculous — particularly given the club got repossessed by the investment firm Oaktree just over a year ago.—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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In a miraculous turn of events, one of Whitefield’s closest friends and greatest promoters becomes none other than Benjamin Franklin.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
30 Sep. 2025
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Its restaurant, run by Chef Dieter Koschina, is a destination in its own right, having earned two Michelin stars for its fantastic European cuisine and attentive service.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Sep. 2025
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Special teams turns into a pumpkin Following three weeks of fantastic play by special teams coordinator Tracy Smith’s unit, the group fell off the steepest of cliffs in New England.—
Mike Kaye
September 28,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Sep. 2025
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Vacheron Constantin unveiled a bonkers automation clock and an incredible Métiers d’Art watch to match.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
30 Sep. 2025
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Neurons are incredible pieces of biological hardware that enable complex processes like thought, emotion, and movement via specialized communication across vast networks using electrical and chemical signals.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Awesome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/awesome. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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