Definition of heavenlynext
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as in divine
of, relating to, or being God do not concern yourself with material possessions, but with things heavenly, the prophet admonished

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as in delicious
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses the heavenly aroma of chocolate fills the shop

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Recent Examples of heavenly Drive the heavenly Road to Hana with dozens of waterfalls, lush gardens, and breathtaking ocean views. Sharael Kolberg, Travel + Leisure, 9 June 2026 To make it into a swan, make Deneb the tail of the Swan and the star Albireo at the foot of the cross the head of the big heavenly bird. Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 7 June 2026 The overall vibe is one of contemporary chic, with retractable glass walls, fireplaces for cooler nights, heavenly bathtubs, and unique art pieces that make each room feel special. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026 Blue chrome powder takes this dreamy look into heavenly territory. Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 23 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for heavenly
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  • And this World Cup was about Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and all of Spain’s wonderful passers.
    Michael Cox, New York Times, 22 July 2026
  • To be in, like, the very first episode to the last, a show that is now being spun off to other stories, that is so wonderful.
    Bethy Squires, Vulture, 22 July 2026
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  • Throughout Homer’s tale, Odysseus is repeatedly thwarted by divine wrath, nature and human fallibility.
    Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 23 July 2026
  • Far above what humans or AI models can create, God, divine Truth, is spiritual, universal, ever-present intelligence.
    Suzanne Riedel, Christian Science Monitor, 22 July 2026
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  • Fortunately, a growing number of websites, apps and planning tools can help eclipse chasers and locals plan where to observe in advance of the rare celestial event.
    Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
  • On another note, two rare celestial alignments are leading up to a much bigger story in the background.
    Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026
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  • With delicious options for chicken, steak, seafood, pork, and veggies, these versatile grilling recipes are great for family dinners or easy entertaining.
    Jasmine Thompson, Midwest Living, 25 July 2026
  • The Sacramento Bee went on a search on behalf of the vegan/vegetarian fair goer and found delicious meals for anyone to enjoy.
    Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado July 25, Sacbee.com, 25 July 2026
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  • The original room also has mannequins showing off fashion-forward outfits from the winners of the Liberty Fabrics x Graduate Fashion Foundation Competition, with lots of lovely clashing patterns and textures.
    Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 23 July 2026
  • While this verdant island makes a lovely spot for a hike and a picnic on a sunny day, art lovers have two additional reasons to make the trip.
    Carolyn Heller, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
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  • Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have maintained close defense ties for decades, in part because of Islamabad’s longstanding commitment to help defend Islam’s holiest sites, Mecca and Medina, in the kingdom.
    Munir Ahmed, Los Angeles Times, 22 July 2026
  • Atsushi Matono is responsible for erecting the shingi, a sacred tree placed at the top of one of the floats —the holiest part of the structure, to which a deity is believed to descend.
    ABC News, ABC News, 19 July 2026
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  • Bayview Beach, north of Washburn, Wisconsin, encompasses four blissful miles of shoreline that, for the most part, remain a local secret.
    Kristine Hansen, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2026
  • After all, a vacation should be anchored in open-minded whimsy and blissful R&R, much like trying out a divisive trend or relishing the effortless elegance of a breezy pair of pants.
    Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 18 July 2026
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  • The details about his friendship with Russell are delightful.
    Alex Kalinauckas, New York Times, 24 July 2026
  • These bananas are a delightful twist on the conventional banana taste and are definitely worth trying.
    Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 July 2026

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“Heavenly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heavenly. Accessed 29 Jul. 2026.

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