as in appeal
the power of irresistible attraction
even as a child, she had an unmistakable duende that attracted the attention of passersby
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Recent Examples of duende
That involved the special forces paying due heed to Indigenous cosmology which suggested a malign shapeshifting being known as a duende was conspiring to hide the children from their would-be rescuers.
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Matthew Carey, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2025
The duende is a force not a labor, a struggle not a thought.
—Lauren Groff, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2024
May more absolute crackpots come forward with their petrified duendes and brujas voladoras.
—Alex Zaragoza, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2023
The writer George Frazier spent a lifetime defining duende and identifying those who possessed it.
—Paul Daugherty, The Enquirer, 3 Sep. 2021
Which means that, for a dancer, duende is not only a mystical inspiration.
—Jennifer Homans, The New Yorker, 30 Dec. 2019
Krug is no Orr, because no one can recreate that time, that talent that duende, but the winning rush was of near-No.
—BostonGlobe.com, 23 Nov. 2019
Matthew Carey, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2025
The duende is a force not a labor, a struggle not a thought.
—Lauren Groff, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2024
May more absolute crackpots come forward with their petrified duendes and brujas voladoras.
—Alex Zaragoza, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2023
The writer George Frazier spent a lifetime defining duende and identifying those who possessed it.
—Paul Daugherty, The Enquirer, 3 Sep. 2021
Which means that, for a dancer, duende is not only a mystical inspiration.
—Jennifer Homans, The New Yorker, 30 Dec. 2019
Krug is no Orr, because no one can recreate that time, that talent that duende, but the winning rush was of near-No.
—BostonGlobe.com, 23 Nov. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for duende
Noun
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The result of his appeal was one the Lions expected.—
Colton Pouncy,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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What Happens Next There would seem to be little hope for a more civil political discourse, despite the soul-searching and appeals on both sides, especially in the run-up to next year’s midterms.—
Robert Birsel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Oct. 2025
Noun
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One of the many fascinations of this park is that it is woven into the fabric of the city, right across the street from Copenhagen Central Station, unlike destination theme parks that require a car or train ride out.—
Zachary Laks,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Oct. 2025
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Despite numerous expeditions and countless theories about its whereabouts, the mine has never been found, fueling ongoing fascination and speculation.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Adidas Tokyo sneakers blend vintage charm with modern comfort.—
Nora Colomer
may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom.,
FOXNews.com,
14 Oct. 2025
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The British royal family member accessorized her look with gold earrings by English designer Daniella Draper — donning a pair of mini hoops with shamrock charms in gold, further augmenting the fall shades of her ensemble.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
14 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Things changed in January when management announced that DuPont would retain its water business — not only to accelerate the timing of the electronics spin, but also to enhance the overall attractiveness of the remaining legacy company.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
13 Oct. 2025
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Nevertheless, regardless of the potential attractiveness, investing in an individual stock entails significant risk.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Odds are there's crumbs or improperly stored food that's caused the attraction, especially for ants and flies.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
15 Oct. 2025
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The ancient structure is a must-visit attraction and a symbol of China’s rich cultural heritage.—
Lorenzino Estrada,
AZCentral.com,
15 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Chickpea Cookie Dough Chickpea cookie dough is high in protein and sure to satisfy a craving for sweetness.—
Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
20 Oct. 2025
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The spices don't cover up the pumpkin flavor, and the glaze is the perfect balance of sweetness.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
19 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Georgina Chapman gave dark glamour some floral touches for her attire to the 19th annual DKMS Gala on Tuesday night in New York City.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
15 Oct. 2025
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The new series assembles 10 housewives from across the continent for what producers are calling a celebration of Pan-African sisterhood and glamor.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Showgirl was introduced as an album that gives fans a look behind the Eras Tour curtain, so attendees of that tour were eager to not just relive the magic but learn more about Taylor’s thought processes during such a whirlwind time of her career.—
Eric Renner Brown,
Billboard,
14 Oct. 2025
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The best day to call these energies into our lives is November 1st, when Venus and the fortunate star Spica meet up in the sky, granting our wishes and bringing in magic.—
Lisa Stardust,
Refinery29,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Duende.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/duende. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.
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