as in handsome
very pleasing to look at
she's a good-looking woman, regardless of her age
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Recent Examples of good-looking
These grasses remain green all winter, so overseeding can help maintain a good-looking lawn year-round.
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Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 19 Aug. 2025
In Los Angeles, a ridiculously good-looking Ben Stiller and Tramell Tillman surprise Zoolander screening guests with a marching band appearance.
—Toria Sheffield, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Just this good-looking guy with a beautiful, long business trench coat.
—EW.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Regardless, the Carnival is a good-looking vehicle that blends in nicely to the rest of the brand’s lineup.
—Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2025
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Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 19 Aug. 2025
In Los Angeles, a ridiculously good-looking Ben Stiller and Tramell Tillman surprise Zoolander screening guests with a marching band appearance.
—Toria Sheffield, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Just this good-looking guy with a beautiful, long business trench coat.
—EW.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Regardless, the Carnival is a good-looking vehicle that blends in nicely to the rest of the brand’s lineup.
—Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for good-looking
Recent Examples of Synonyms for good-looking
Adjective
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And part of it was that face, the sort of Adonis-like mug that tips the scales from handsome to outright pretty.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
16 Sep. 2025
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Being Birkin’s partner was an ego boost for Gainsbourg, who had never been conventionally handsome and whose heavy drinking and smoking had aged him prematurely.—
Anahid Nersessian,
New Yorker,
15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Derek commented that the dance was beautiful to watch and called her a breath of fresh air.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Throughout the colorful pages, each of the beautiful homes are featured along with family members.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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As stylish as the Wasp may look, its most attractive feature lies under the hood.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
12 Sep. 2025
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At the same time, shifting tariff policies have made Central America increasingly competitive compared to Asia, positioning Haiti as a more attractive sourcing destination.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Robbie's French twist updo would be a lovely choice for a bride, while a sky-high style like Cardi B's would be fun for a holiday party.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
12 Sep. 2025
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Beautifully made, with lovely harmony, this is consistently one of the finest examples of Satèn; simply delicious, enjoy over the next three to seven years.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The buzzy long-sleeve shirt has a cute ribbed design, and it’s made of soft, stretchy fabric that doesn’t feel overly restrictive.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
12 Sep. 2025
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This cute camisole is perfect for lounging around or pairing with your favorite sweatpants or leggings.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Room for two, a supple ride, a gorgeous view over a curved hood, perfect flow of air up and over the windshield and cockpit with virtually no backsplash to disrupt pleasant conversation, and the ability at any time to experience a rush of power and speed when the moment calls.—
Mark Ewing,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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As sociologist Mustapha Hashim Kurfi writes, in Hausa communities of northern Nigeria, calligraphy is deeply valued both as part of Islamic scholarship and as gorgeous embellishment for everything from building walls to horse blankets.—
Livia Gershon,
JSTOR Daily,
14 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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His stat line wasn't pretty — 13-of-20 for 143 yards, two touchdowns and one interception — but his play late in the game is what captured everyone's attention.—
DJ Siddiqi,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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There’s really nothing pretty about it.—
Jourdan Rodrigue,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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However, this third movie found a way to pay tribute to this character in a very subtle, charming and funny way, by making references to some of her most iconic and hilarious lines, for example.—
Maelle Beauget-Uhl,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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These harvest additions are eye-catching by day and charming by night.—
Savanna Bous,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Good-looking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/good-looking. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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