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as in beautiful
very pleasing to look at
a handsome man with finely chiseled features
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as in graceful
having or showing elegance
the glass-topped table was a handsome addition to the room
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as in large
of a size greater than average of its kind
earns a handsome salary as senior vice president of the firm
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as in sizable
sufficiently large in size, amount, or number to merit attention
real estate developers realized a handsome profit on that deal
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Recent Examples of handsome
The handsome Lieutenant Portuondo (Adam Poss) regularly stops by for inspections as part of his military duties, but his growing attraction to Maria Celia soon leads to more informal encounters.
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Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
Plus visiting Greece in the off-season reveals handsome landscapes without the heat and crowds that summer can bring.
—Katie Silcox, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2026
Woodell plays Jay, a charming, handsome and wealthy Catfish alum.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 5 Mar. 2026
Read on to learn more about the multifunctional nightstands that our editors use to elevate their nighttime setup across aesthetics, from maximalist metal picks like a bright yellow USM Haller side table to handsome wood and coastal cane options.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026
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Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
Plus visiting Greece in the off-season reveals handsome landscapes without the heat and crowds that summer can bring.
—Katie Silcox, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2026
Woodell plays Jay, a charming, handsome and wealthy Catfish alum.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 5 Mar. 2026
Read on to learn more about the multifunctional nightstands that our editors use to elevate their nighttime setup across aesthetics, from maximalist metal picks like a bright yellow USM Haller side table to handsome wood and coastal cane options.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for handsome
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The interiors are curated to perfection, with vintage objects and beautiful antiques filling the space.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
19 Mar. 2026
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Right now, some of the best spots to catch beautiful bluebonnet displays are around Brenham, Ennis, and the Hill Country.—
Newsroom Meteorologist,
Austin American Statesman,
19 Mar. 2026
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Your graceful mindset calms tension, while a tidy workspace restores focus and keeps cooperation smooth.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
16 Mar. 2026
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Which is how Tabebuia Umbellata, the graceful little tree with the butter-yellow blossoms, came to help glorify springtime in Orlando.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 Mar. 2026
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The Wall Street Journal recently reported that about one in nine CEOs of the 1,500 largest public companies were replaced last year — the highest turnover rate since at least 2010 in the wake of the Great Recession.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
16 Mar. 2026
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Vogue is committed to reporting and riffing on the global fashion conversation—always filtered through the lens of culture and what’s happening in the world at large.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
16 Mar. 2026
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In Lagos, sourcing a sizable Uber for luggage can be tricky; transport to and from the airport can be arranged at a (costly) premium.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Mar. 2026
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Though Lakhani has a sizeable lead in fundraising, his past has become an issue in the 12th District race.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
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What Jack doesn’t bet on is the re-emergence of Wendy’s toxic ex-boyfriend Chuck (Cory Michael Smith), a small-time pilot who isn’t made any less attractive for the fact that his life is in shambles.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
14 Mar. 2026
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Despite those attractive traits, UPFs have been linked to cancer, obesity, cardiovascular disease, depression, and even low muscle mass.—
Marisa McMillan,
Outside,
14 Mar. 2026
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Taylor’s voice, as guileless and elegant as ever, ties together what could have been a random-feeling assemblage of tunes in a silky bow.—
Molly Mary O’Brien,
Pitchfork,
14 Mar. 2026
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The pair, who make up the Penrose Tilbury design firm, set out to reimagine this older structure as an elegant but comfortable home.—
Annabelle Dufraigne,
Architectural Digest,
14 Mar. 2026
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Hundreds of thousands of people were left without power Saturday after high winds raked eastward from the Great Lakes region, leaving trees down and substantial property damage in their wake.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
15 Mar. 2026
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Hundreds of thousands of people were left without power Saturday after high winds raked eastward from the Great Lakes region, leaving trees down and substantial property damage in their wake.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Mar. 2026
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Servicing a mountainous areas like Escondido drives up costs, as an expensive network of pipes and pump stations is needed to move water up and down considerable inclines, said Kyle Morgan, the city’s acting director of utilities and wastewater.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
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While long suspensions for kneeing are less common than for other plays in the NHL, there is precedent for players missing considerable time in these situations, especially when involving repeat offenders.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Handsome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handsome. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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