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
The actress’ reflections come as Emily in Paris gears up for its next chapter — one that promises even more romance and new breathtaking destinations.
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Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 14 Apr. 2026
The goal was the 44th of Celebrini’s often breathtaking sophomore season and proved to be the game-winner as the Sharks held on for a 3-2 victory over the Nashville Predators on Monday night.
—Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2026
But understanding the Pioneers’ breathtaking run requires a deeper examination of the scene.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2026
The world may still be captivated by the breathtaking views, record-setting distance and emotional homecoming of Artemis II, but for NASA, the next chapter is already in motion.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 12 Apr. 2026
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Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 14 Apr. 2026
The goal was the 44th of Celebrini’s often breathtaking sophomore season and proved to be the game-winner as the Sharks held on for a 3-2 victory over the Nashville Predators on Monday night.
—Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2026
But understanding the Pioneers’ breathtaking run requires a deeper examination of the scene.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2026
The world may still be captivated by the breathtaking views, record-setting distance and emotional homecoming of Artemis II, but for NASA, the next chapter is already in motion.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 12 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for breathtaking
Adjective
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Each meal needs to be exciting, easy, healthy, and affordable.—
Shilpa Uskokovic,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
21 Apr. 2026
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This element of permanence is exciting to Stark, who has created looks for Beyoncé and has her own, body-positive line of lingerie called Panty.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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His dancing is easily among the production’s most thrilling assets.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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All of that Midwest mess had cleared out Saturday, setting the stage for some thrilling action on the track.—
The Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
18 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Ruby Mace The most interesting outsider.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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Saturday’s 11th inning featured an interesting debate.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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His story is just one intriguing twist in a draft class filled with overachievers.—
Michael Marot,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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Charlotte also added two intriguing newcomers in Western Carolina/Pittsburgh transfer Cole Gonzales and true freshman Jaylen White, both of whom have impressed the coaching staff during spring practice.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Apr. 2026
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That was really inspiring to me.—
Adelle Platon,
VIBE.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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And the band will perform that album’s inspiring and invigorating songs the way they’re meant to be heard, live and in person, on the Congo Square Stage on May 1st.—
Al Shipley,
SPIN,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Breathtaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breathtaking. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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