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
Decked with cashmere curtains and burnished-leather bed frames, the guest rooms offer breathtaking mountain views and Western authenticity.
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Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Figure skating is one of the most mesmerizing Olympic sports—both for the breathtaking displays of athleticism and the intricate, elegant outfits.
—Jenny McCoy, SELF, 6 Feb. 2026
The Oscar nominee brought romance to the Parisian premiere of Wuthering Heights on Monday, selecting a breathtaking burgundy gown complete with a cascading train.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 6 Feb. 2026
Complementing this emotional catharsis is Marczak’s breathtaking cinematography.
—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 6 Feb. 2026
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Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Figure skating is one of the most mesmerizing Olympic sports—both for the breathtaking displays of athleticism and the intricate, elegant outfits.
—Jenny McCoy, SELF, 6 Feb. 2026
The Oscar nominee brought romance to the Parisian premiere of Wuthering Heights on Monday, selecting a breathtaking burgundy gown complete with a cascading train.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 6 Feb. 2026
Complementing this emotional catharsis is Marczak’s breathtaking cinematography.
—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for breathtaking
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The park offers one of the most exciting wildlife experiences in Southern Africa, with a million acres of biodiverse savannas, wetlands, and montane rainforests, and a range of animals that includes buffalo herds, lion prides, and an array of birds.—
Lisa Grainger,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Feb. 2026
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That changed two years ago, when the ISU lifted its ban in a bid to make the sport more exciting and popular among younger fans.—
Fernanda Figueroa,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
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Well, that was not exactly a thrilling game.—
Alexei Oreskovic,
Fortune,
9 Feb. 2026
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The celebrity cameos came moments after one of Bad Bunny's most thrilling stunts.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Feb. 2026
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And Riera — who has arrived from NK Celje in Slovenia — is an interesting person.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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What’s interesting is the NBA has moved away from some events that either have become stale or manipulated, such as the skills competition giving way at next week’s All-Star Weekend.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
8 Feb. 2026
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Even a seeming villain like Dunster’s Archie gets intriguing shading over the course of the season.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Feb. 2026
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And what an intriguing story regarding 28-0 Elsinore.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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As the nation honors Black History Month, stories of resilience, innovation, and community impact take center stage — none more inspiring than the journey of Trish Miller.—
Jobina Fortson-Evans,
CBS News,
11 Feb. 2026
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For fans at home, watching a professional athlete battle through injury can be inspiring.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Breathtaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breathtaking. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.
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