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
Her performance as the Mom in ‘A Monster Calls’ was breathtaking and earned the attention of a Hollywood casting agent.
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Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Then came the first breathtaking image — a photo of the actor in full Abraham Lincoln makeup and costume.
—Devan Coggan, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Mar. 2026
The star power that’ll be on display Sunday at loanDepot Park in Miami will be nothing short of breathtaking.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 15 Mar. 2026
To the idea that the political is always personal, and the personal always political, Birds of War gives a new, almost breathtaking meaning.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 15 Mar. 2026
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Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Then came the first breathtaking image — a photo of the actor in full Abraham Lincoln makeup and costume.
—Devan Coggan, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Mar. 2026
The star power that’ll be on display Sunday at loanDepot Park in Miami will be nothing short of breathtaking.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 15 Mar. 2026
To the idea that the political is always personal, and the personal always political, Birds of War gives a new, almost breathtaking meaning.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 15 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for breathtaking
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Article continues below Seasonal boost to auroras This week's storm watch comes at an especially exciting time for aurora hunters, with many regarding March as one of the best months to see the northern lights.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
17 Mar. 2026
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So, to see him now, four solo albums deep, embracing a love of dance is exciting.—
Annie Harrigan,
Billboard,
17 Mar. 2026
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How thrilling to see such an innately feminine film, which completely centers the enormity and complexity of a woman’s love, be honored on such a massive stage.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
16 Mar. 2026
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These images are perplexing, thrilling—visual nuts to crack.—
Naomi Fry,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
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San Diego State took us on a journey that was almost always interesting and often entertaining.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
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Head down for a late-night drink to run into other stylish, interesting locals who frequent the hangout, who are usually friendly enough to chat or spot you an extra shot of Ògógóró.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Mar. 2026
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Still, like Matteson, Childs did find the whole concept intriguing.—
Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
17 Mar. 2026
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But there are intriguing possibilities.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
16 Mar. 2026
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Donors are encouraged to write inspiring notes.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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An inspiring eighth grader is using his bright mind and big heart to spread kindness.—
Najahe Sherman,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Breathtaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breathtaking. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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