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as in mythic
based on, described in, or being a myth
the city of Phoenix is named after a fabulous bird that every 500 years destroys itself with fire, only to rise again from its own ashes
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as in wonderful
causing wonder or astonishment
the fabulous sites of dazzlingly lit Las Vegas
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as in fictitious
not real and existing only in the imagination
a story of a fabulous land where the people know nothing of war and live together in perfect harmony
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as in lovely
of the very best kind
we had a fabulous time on our vacation
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Recent Examples of fabulous
These stops boast fabulous flights, outdoor patios, world-class sunsets, and serene mountain views, even friendly farm animals at Peaks of Otter Winery.
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Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2025
That had a fabulous echo chamber.
—Joe Lynch, Billboard, 10 Oct. 2025
One area where 350 or so people were trapped is called the Karma Valley, which apparently has fabulous views of Mount Everest’s Kangshung Face.
—Frederick Dreier, Outside, 8 Oct. 2025
This fabulous nude color lipstick really makes the face.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
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Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2025
That had a fabulous echo chamber.
—Joe Lynch, Billboard, 10 Oct. 2025
One area where 350 or so people were trapped is called the Karma Valley, which apparently has fabulous views of Mount Everest’s Kangshung Face.
—Frederick Dreier, Outside, 8 Oct. 2025
This fabulous nude color lipstick really makes the face.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fabulous
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She's been gone for over 20 years, and so to win this for a soap opera, playing a villain, is really wonderful.—
Julia Moore,
PEOPLE,
18 Oct. 2025
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Some, like the two headlining Christie’s upcoming Rare Watches auction in Geneva, have wonderful horological anomalies that set them apart from more run-of-the-mill references.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
17 Oct. 2025
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Regardless, Jones should still be a significant part of the rotation — his excellent field goal percentage and contributions in assists and steals are quite lovely.—
Stan Son,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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Undermining the existing system for partisan ends won’t make the picture look any lovelier.—
Michael Hiltzik,
Twin Cities,
16 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, Linus waits in a pumpkin patch for the Great Pumpkin, a mythical Santa Claus-like figure who supposedly brings gifts every Halloween.—
Christopher Rudolph,
PEOPLE,
18 Oct. 2025
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Linus decides to skip the celebrations to wait in a pumpkin patch for the mythical Great Pumpkin.—
Dina Kaur,
AZCentral.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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Dan Aykroyd's amazing cameo as the iconic Ray Stantz from Ghostbusters is a treat to watch.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 2025
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This isn’t the first time a homeowner has shared an amazing discovery during a renovation.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
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Nicolas Cage was rumored to be interested in playing Charlie and his fictitious twin, Donald.—
Susan Orlean,
New Yorker,
11 Oct. 2025
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However fictitious, these uplifting moments are currently missing from our real-life news cycle.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
10 Oct. 2025
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The Steelers will have an opportunity to get back on track against an excellent Green Bay Packers squad next Sunday, before playing the Indianapolis Colts two days before the NFL trade deadline.—
Jon Conahan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
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That’s because tipping isn’t in their culture, but Americans still might wish to add gratuity for excellent service.—
Jillian Dara,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Oct. 2025
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Four years after the legendary Broncos receiver was found dead in his shower at just 33 years old -- due to complications from a seizure disorder, a medical examiner later ruled — the shock of Thomas’ loss still burns through those closest to him.—
Joe Nguyen,
Denver Post,
19 Oct. 2025
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Dig into legendary ribs, wings, and brisket at Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, the roadhouse-style flagship that has become an Upstate New York institution.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Oct. 2025
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Of course, specific local conditions vary on either side of that imaginary line.—
Jim Higgins,
jsonline.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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Now draw an imaginary line diagonally through the Dipper's bowl from Dubhe (the upper right star in the bowl) down through Phecda (the lower left star in the bowl) and extend that line downward about twice the distance between those two stars and that will bring you to the vicinity of Cor Caroli.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
8 Oct. 2025
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“Fabulous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fabulous. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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