as in exciting
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
a truly breathtaking view of the majestic waterfall
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Recent Examples of breathtaking
Each design thoughtfully addresses these elements through a rhythmic composition and layering of spaces, creating a balance between openness and privacy, environmental protection, and shading, while maximizing breathtaking beach and sea views.
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 25 July 2025
Spain has had a complicated relationship with tourists who flock there to enjoy its breathtaking scenery, unique architecture and distinctive cuisine — particularly in Barcelona where anti-tourist protests broke out last year.
—Tricia Escobedo, CNN Money, 21 July 2025
Inspired by Malaysia’s rich cultural traditions, the hotel’s interiors from G.A Group (which has done the design for Atlantis The Royal and JW Marriott Hotel Nara) are minimalist and elegant, allowing the breathtaking views from the massive windows to take center stage.
—Spencer Whaley, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
The expansive entrance hall, like the lobby of a tropical resort, provides a breathtaking view of the sea beyond towering glass walls ahead.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 25 July 2025
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 25 July 2025
Spain has had a complicated relationship with tourists who flock there to enjoy its breathtaking scenery, unique architecture and distinctive cuisine — particularly in Barcelona where anti-tourist protests broke out last year.
—Tricia Escobedo, CNN Money, 21 July 2025
Inspired by Malaysia’s rich cultural traditions, the hotel’s interiors from G.A Group (which has done the design for Atlantis The Royal and JW Marriott Hotel Nara) are minimalist and elegant, allowing the breathtaking views from the massive windows to take center stage.
—Spencer Whaley, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
The expansive entrance hall, like the lobby of a tropical resort, provides a breathtaking view of the sea beyond towering glass walls ahead.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for breathtaking
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Right now, the focus is on accelerating existing processes, but what is coming is both more frightening and exciting.—
Adrian Carr,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Having a baby is such an exciting time, every time.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
8 Aug. 2025
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With only a few weeks until the 2025-26 NFL season kicks off, teams across the pro football league are getting their rosters set and their players ready for a grueling season of hard-hitting and thrilling action.—
Rudie Obias,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Aug. 2025
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This absorbing hour showed that the Test format can still offer a box set drama that the Hundred and T20 can only dream of. BBC Radio’s Jonathan Agnew called it the most thrilling saga since the 2005 Ashes.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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However, his new costar Eddie Murphy had an interesting approach to sharing his wisdom.—
Michael Nied,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Clarkson and Blackstock's divorce settlement made headlines in part for the inclusion of one interesting detail: their children's vaccination status.—
Mary Whitfill Roeloffs,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Leagues Cup action returns on Thursday with an intriguing showdown, as the MLS side LA Galaxy takes on Liga MX team Santos Laguna.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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For millennials who recognize Snow from cult-classic teen comedies like 2006’s John Tucker Must Die and the Pitch Perfect franchise, her starring role as the self-destructive Sophie in The Hunting Wives is simultaneously nostalgic and intriguing.—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
8 Aug. 2025
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Rediscovering The Frick Because The Frick Collection is one of the most inspiring sanctuaries in the city, many art lovers find ways to support the museum through membership and other programs.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Her thrilling true story makes for an exciting, inspiring work of fiction in Hopson’s hands.—
Gabrielle Bellot,
Literary Hub,
1 Aug. 2025
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“Breathtaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breathtaking. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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