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Recent Examples of heart-stopping The Longhorns seized the momentum, scoring in 2OT to secure a heart-stopping 39-31 victory. Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025 After about a dozen of these heart-stopping discoveries, at some point my obsession became unshakable, and led to using the perfect shape in my own work. Sophie Collé, Architectural Digest, 27 Dec. 2024 The result was a match that didn't give you a moment to breathe as all three guys beat each other senseless, giving us some heart-stopping near-falls and ultimately the right result at Breakker retained in dominant fashion. Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024 With the diverse cast, heart-stopping action, extremely high stakes (and Jedi body count), and yeah, even that Darth Plagueis tease, the eight-episode first season charted a thrilling new direction for the franchise. Ew Staff, EW.com, 6 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for heart-stopping
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heart-stopping
Adjective
  • Along with the breathtaking ocean views, each of the 173 rooms and suites also has a private balcony with an outdoor soaking tub.
    Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2025
  • The 21-minute bout was a breathtaking display of the craft.
    Justin Barrasso, Boston Herald, 16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Not every City fan has been on board with their recent approach by any means, particularly because the performances have hardly been too exciting or especially accomplished.
    Sam Lee, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025
  • Green and Montez Sweat would form an exciting pass-rush duo. 40.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Olivia Erwin Interiors takes on the thrilling restoration of a 1859 Garden District gem Photography by Christian HarderStyled by Katja Greeff May 2, 2025 All products featured on Architectural Digest are independently selected by our editors.
    Laura May Todd, Architectural Digest, 2 May 2025
  • Fans can look forward to the return of the thrilling Sprint format, alongside F1 Academy and the Porsche Carrera Cup North America.
    Erica Wertheim Zohar, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
Adjective
  • They were chosen for their affinity with sneaker culture, their interesting stories and their distinct personal style, Coach said.
    Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 23 Apr. 2025
  • Solid Color Rug This goes-with-everything rug is sure to match your existing decor, while adding a visually interesting pop of texture to any room.
    Maggie Horton, People.com, 23 Apr. 2025

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“Heart-stopping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heart-stopping. Accessed 5 May. 2025.

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