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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
Developing a prediction market without real monetary stakes may seem counterintuitive, since the hope of making a handsome profit has drawn millions of users to Kalshi and Polymarket.
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Bobby Allyn,
NPR,
24 June 2026
Graham Potter’s side ended the game with more shots (16 to 10) and shots on target (eight to seven) but endured a role reversal from their handsome win over Tunisia.
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Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
With fragrant spring blooms, shiny autumn berries, and handsome evergreen foliage, this shrub provides privacy and beauty all year round.
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Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
24 June 2026
Welcome to the Ferry Building Marketplace on the Embarcadero, an 1898 transit hub that's something of an icon thanks to its handsome white clock tower.
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Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
23 June 2026
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Bobby Allyn,
NPR,
24 June 2026
Graham Potter’s side ended the game with more shots (16 to 10) and shots on target (eight to seven) but endured a role reversal from their handsome win over Tunisia.
—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
With fragrant spring blooms, shiny autumn berries, and handsome evergreen foliage, this shrub provides privacy and beauty all year round.
—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
24 June 2026
Welcome to the Ferry Building Marketplace on the Embarcadero, an 1898 transit hub that's something of an icon thanks to its handsome white clock tower.
—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
23 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for handsome
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England's Anthony Gordon had a beautiful straight shot at Ghana's goal in the 57th minute, which landed straight in the arms of keeper Benjamin Asare.
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Mabinty was remembered as a beautiful soul whose kindness, love, and hardworking spirit touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.
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The soft petal puff sleeves add a graceful detail that elevates the silhouette, while the breezy fit keeps it comfortable for summer weather.
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So graceful and powerful, without feeling tawdry.
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Several large merchant ships used the southern route on Sunday heading for ports in the Gulf, according to ship tracking service Marine Traffic.
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Someone in the Mamdani administration should look at what happened in the 1970s and ’80s when the city became the largest landlord in the five boroughs.
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This puffy tote is from the same brand as a toiletry bag Oprah included on her 2025 Favorite Things list, and it’s backed by a sizable fan club (it’s been purchased more than 3,000 times in the past month alone).
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But after a long day on the slopes, your aching limbs might need a cooldown, which is where the home’s sizable indoor pool comes in.
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Top Wall Street analysts help investors look past near-term noise and pick attractive stocks with solid long-term growth potential.
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The convertible is also painted Verde Scuro, a rare color for Mondials and and a quite attractive dark-green hue.
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Featuring a classic Damask print, this three-piece quilt set will make any bedroom feel elegant and sophisticated.
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The Wente Clone Chardonnay 2024 – A truly elegant expression of the Wente Chardonnay clone, beautifully balanced fruit, oak, and acidity.
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The amount was $2, but in a world where a farmworker’s wages might only be $5 a day, that was substantial, said Dahmer’s son, Dennis Dahmer Sr.
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The breadth of the acquisition represented by the two gifts establishes the Menil Collection as one of the most substantial repositories of Winters’ work in the United States, the museum said.
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The vehicle had considerable front-end damage, and the airbags were deployed.
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Such an acquisition would enhance Abu Dhabi’s already considerable and diverse arsenal of standoff weapons.
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“Handsome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handsome. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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