as in beautiful
very pleasing to look at
a drop-dead wedding dress that must have cost a fortune
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Recent Examples of drop-dead
See Richard Gere at his most drop-dead gorgeous in 1980’s American Gigolo for proof.
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Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2025
The Post Ranch Inn is one of the most luxe resorts in California‘s drop-dead gorgeous Big Sur.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2025
Before looking at any car, decide exactly what your maximum budget is, and then begin looking for your car at 20% above your drop-dead maximum price.
—Jimmy Camp, Oc Register, 4 Aug. 2025
The vibe: Take owner Kristin Canty’s love of New England farms and sustainable foods, add Chef Charlie Foster’s creativity, and throw in some serious style — starting with the epic mural at the front entrance and ending with the drop-dead gorgeous Boston Harbor views.
—Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 12 July 2025
Rich history, fantastic dining, drop-dead water views, and all the winning sports dynasties your heart could desire.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
All of this overlooks Payne’s Valley, my favorite course at Big Cedar and a drop-dead visual stunner with more lakes, more greens, more waterfalls, and beauty as far as the eye can see.
—Larry Olmsted, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
But her darkness is unserious, just as her violence is, essentially, comic — pratfalls and slapstick done with drop-dead finality.
—Armond White, National Review, 11 June 2025
Robyn Lively In the second season, Twin Peaks introduced Lana, a woman that the men in town find irresistible even though there’s no shortage of drop-dead gorgeous women around.
—Drew MacKie, People.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2025
The Post Ranch Inn is one of the most luxe resorts in California‘s drop-dead gorgeous Big Sur.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2025
Before looking at any car, decide exactly what your maximum budget is, and then begin looking for your car at 20% above your drop-dead maximum price.
—Jimmy Camp, Oc Register, 4 Aug. 2025
The vibe: Take owner Kristin Canty’s love of New England farms and sustainable foods, add Chef Charlie Foster’s creativity, and throw in some serious style — starting with the epic mural at the front entrance and ending with the drop-dead gorgeous Boston Harbor views.
—Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 12 July 2025
Rich history, fantastic dining, drop-dead water views, and all the winning sports dynasties your heart could desire.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
All of this overlooks Payne’s Valley, my favorite course at Big Cedar and a drop-dead visual stunner with more lakes, more greens, more waterfalls, and beauty as far as the eye can see.
—Larry Olmsted, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
But her darkness is unserious, just as her violence is, essentially, comic — pratfalls and slapstick done with drop-dead finality.
—Armond White, National Review, 11 June 2025
Robyn Lively In the second season, Twin Peaks introduced Lana, a woman that the men in town find irresistible even though there’s no shortage of drop-dead gorgeous women around.
—Drew MacKie, People.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drop-dead
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This Amazon tiny home also has major curb appeal with the beautiful full-glass doors and entry.—
Chaunie Brusie,
Parents,
7 Oct. 2025
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Beloved by coffee snobs and design aficionados alike, the Alessi stovetop coffee maker blends high-quality brewing with a form that is beautiful enough to leave out all day long.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
7 Oct. 2025
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In addition to gorgeous overwater bungalows and incredible on-site restaurants, the resort also has a resident marine biologist, Tobar.—
Taylor McIntyre,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Oct. 2025
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Mirrors that extend over 5 feet tall typically increase in price by hundreds of dollars, but right now, a gorgeous design by New England Stories is available at a fraction of the cost today.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Oct. 2025
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Here’s a handsome Japanese cutting board that’s designed to minimize stress on your hand and lengthen the life of your chef’s knives.—
Kristi Kellogg,
Architectural Digest,
7 Oct. 2025
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Dodge had already poured out her heart in letters to Stein, expressing her dissatisfaction with her husband and her passion for her son’s handsome young tutor.—
Via Scribner,
Literary Hub,
7 Oct. 2025
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Melvin is a lovely, lovely bloke.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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The movie’s loveliest section is when Abslam starts to see her with new eyes, admiring her resourcefulness as a gentle romance blooms.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Oct. 2025
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At least one community member during Thursday’s meeting said the timing of government conversations on addressing homelessness locally feels like an attempt to conceal unhoused residents ahead of the World Cup to make KCK more attractive for tourists.—
Sofi Zeman
October 3,
Kansas City Star,
3 Oct. 2025
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In a low-hire, low-fire market with few options for workers — especially those in white-collar industries — health care is becoming an attractive option.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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So, pretty people and sunshine are a superficial symptom of something much deeper.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Sep. 2025
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Many in the industry are also concerned another lockout looms about a year from now, and the lead-up hasn’t been pretty.—
Evan Drellich,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The brand’s Deep Trance Corduroy Pants are also a cute option to wear with some boots and a pea or trench coat this season.—
Shawna Hudson,
StyleCaster,
3 Oct. 2025
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Best Toy for Imaginative Play Plant the seeds of creative play with this trio of plush toy veggies that are too cute to eat.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
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But the leader whose imprint set the DNA for Intel’s corporate culture, and that of early Silicon Valley writ large, was Andy Grove, one of the company’s first employees, who became Intel’s third CEO in 1987 and oversaw stunning growth at the company.—
Lila MacLellan,
Fortune,
1 Oct. 2025
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Amal appeared alongside her husband on the red carpet in a stunning red velvet Oscar de la Renta mini-dress decked out in floral embellishments.—
Amy McCarthy,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Drop-dead.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drop-dead. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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