as in hero
an attractive and usually famous man
He is the latest in a series teen heartthrobs to capture the attention of many adolescents.
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Recent Examples of heartthrob
The two heartthrobs have also become fashion icons in their own right.
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Dalila Muata, NBC news, 5 May 2026
From eating hot dogs in Hyde Park to dancing with a Hollywood heartthrob, the royals have endeared themselves to the American people.
—Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
Our insider dished that Jessica Alba and her main squeeze, Miami native turned Hollywood heartthrob Danny Ramirez, tucked in there recently, too.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
Between retailer window displays, social media buzz, and sightings all over New York City streets, the charming print is everywhere right now—even landing in the wardrobes of style icon Lisa Rinna and everyone’s new favorite heartthrob, Hudson Williams.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026
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Dalila Muata, NBC news, 5 May 2026
From eating hot dogs in Hyde Park to dancing with a Hollywood heartthrob, the royals have endeared themselves to the American people.
—Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
Our insider dished that Jessica Alba and her main squeeze, Miami native turned Hollywood heartthrob Danny Ramirez, tucked in there recently, too.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
Between retailer window displays, social media buzz, and sightings all over New York City streets, the charming print is everywhere right now—even landing in the wardrobes of style icon Lisa Rinna and everyone’s new favorite heartthrob, Hudson Williams.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heartthrob
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The island's sole town is a lively port with shops, bars, and restaurants, while a short bridge connects it to Caprera, home to Italian hero Giuseppe Garibaldi's former residence and pristine beaches.—
Nicky Swallow,
Travel + Leisure,
17 May 2026
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Over the years, Riley had added to his lineup of heroes.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
17 May 2026
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Bradley’s roster of clients was the A-list—and the B-list, too—of the era’s stars of musical theatre and revues.—
Brian Seibert,
New Yorker,
13 May 2026
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That includes team executives Elton Brand and former Saint Joseph’s star and NBA veteran Jameer Nelson.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Mercury enters your sign, helping your thoughts land faster, cleaner, and with more personality.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
17 May 2026
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The rooms Judy likes to give each hotel a personality, but using Poldark as inspiration wouldn’t be nearly quirky enough for the Hutsons.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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The college also removed Trotter’s name from the adjacent lawn.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
12 May 2026
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This new Chinese luxury hotel brand infuses a sense of local culture that many of the international names in the city lack.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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“Heartthrob.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heartthrob. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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