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as in graceful
having or showing elegance
the most elegant First Lady in the nation's history the bride's elegant gown received nothing but praise
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as in exquisite
having qualities that appeal to a refined taste
prepared an elegant dinner for the honored guests
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Recent Examples of elegant
Hotel options offer something for the whole family The elegant Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota offers a best-of-both-worlds kind of stay.
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Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
Lawrence may not be the first actress to come to mind when thinking of ballet films, but the elegant dance form wasn't as foreign to Natalie Portman — the Black Swan star studied ballet from ages 4 to 12 years old, according to NPR.
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Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
30 June 2026
Unlike its Robinson Crusoesque sibling in the south, Kanuhura offers a more modern and elegant island-life aesthetic.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 June 2026
That led her to break off their engagement in a devastatingly elegant manner.
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Moises Mendez Ii,
InStyle,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for elegant
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
Lawrence may not be the first actress to come to mind when thinking of ballet films, but the elegant dance form wasn't as foreign to Natalie Portman — the Black Swan star studied ballet from ages 4 to 12 years old, according to NPR.
—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
30 June 2026
Unlike its Robinson Crusoesque sibling in the south, Kanuhura offers a more modern and elegant island-life aesthetic.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 June 2026
That led her to break off their engagement in a devastatingly elegant manner.
—
Moises Mendez Ii,
InStyle,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for elegant
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elegant
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Their beauty also shapes traditional dance in Rwanda, with graceful movements performed by women who extend their arms to mimic the cows’ horns.
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The graceful trailing stems and showy flowers of climbing hydrangeas (Hydrangea anomala) look beautiful growing on pergolas and fences.
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Some companies expected to attend — like Lockheed Martin, Boeing and L3Harris — produce parts for more exquisite munitions, like the Patriot interceptor missiles that can each cost $4 million to $5 million.
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The maison’s jewelry is displayed atop custom stone plinths, spotlighting the exquisite craftsmanship of each creation.
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Making the patio even more attractive is the handsome outdoor furniture, a fire pit, and a set of stairs leading to a beautiful grassy area that connects to the adjacent Farmington Country Club.
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Denis Lavant stars as Galoup, an adjudant-chef in the French Foreign Legion who develops a tense and ultimately dangerous relationship with one of his soldiers, the handsome and capable Commandant Bruno Forestier (Michel Subor).
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Ireland Ireland offers a rare cross-generational appeal, where estate activities and rugged landscapes make for an ideal family itinerary.
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Thieves stole $25,000 worth of rare Pokémon cards after breaking into an Eagan, Minnesota, claw machine arcade last weekend, employees said.
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And Beale is perfect as the politically savvy, fine-food-loving Ser Simon, joining in Season 2.
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Los Angeles will shell out $120,000 for outside lawyers to fight a lawsuit filed by Councilmember John Lee challenging an ethics fine.
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For a more exclusive access, sign up for the chef’s experience, which includes visits to the Sonoma Farmers Market, Vella Cheese Company, and The Farmer’s Patch to hand-select ingredients for your dinner.
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But history happens to all of us, not just a select few.
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“Elegant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elegant. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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