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 landscape views are breathtaking since the terrain is so hilly and rocky (as opposed to the flat terrain of the savannah) and covered in Lebombo euphorbia, a cactus-like tree with a single trunk and an entire canopy of prickly, upright branches.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
The kitchen features a center island with barstool seating that flows directly into the dining area, overlooking more of the breathtaking scenery.
—Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026
Head to the island's most breathtaking viewpoint.
—Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 2 June 2026
There’s lots of free space to explore and breathtaking views.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 June 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
The kitchen features a center island with barstool seating that flows directly into the dining area, overlooking more of the breathtaking scenery.
—Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026
Head to the island's most breathtaking viewpoint.
—Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 2 June 2026
There’s lots of free space to explore and breathtaking views.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for breathtaking
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For a culture hit, there’s the contemporary Saatchi Gallery in Duke of York Square and the nearby Royal Court theatre, known for championing exciting, up-and-coming playwrights.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Experience magic as the aquarium comes alive with glowing corals and exciting live performances.—
Kayla Rivera,
AJC.com,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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That’s not the most thrilling roadshow pitch, but is an actual investment thesis.—
Bhaskar Chakravorti,
Fortune,
7 June 2026
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And, for the moment, though this study presents even more thrilling evidence that perhaps humans, at this time, were able to control fire?—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
6 June 2026
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There's a joyously wacky energy to this broad comedy on the whole, giving Rudd an interesting arc to play.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
7 June 2026
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And all this other stuff is interesting, the arch and the other things that bother us.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 June 2026
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All of this might seem a lot to go through for a few short words, but since those words are the first impression of the book, and have to be intriguing all on their own, the effort was well worthwhile—enough, hopefully, to invite readers to pick up the book and make their own decision.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
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But on a court these are the driving forces for a hugely intriguing matchup as Wemby enters what is all but a must-win game while Team Brunson tries to all but put it away.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
8 June 2026
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In New York, an inspiring young leftist competed against a boorish, but experienced, former governor to replace a corrupt mayor.—
Marc Novicoff,
The Atlantic,
31 May 2026
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The event promises inspiring vibes, great music and a chance to celebrate the album release together.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2026
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“Breathtaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breathtaking. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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