houri

noun

Definition of hourinext
as in goddess

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  1. goddess
  2. queen
  3. eyeful
  4. beauty
  5. looker
  6. fox
  7. doll
  8. honey
Noun
  • Greek goddess-like beauty is certainly having a moment thanks to the cast of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 15 July 2026
  • The throwback design also spoke to the ancient Greek and goddess-inspired dressing Zendaya and Roach have embraced for this press tour.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 13 July 2026
Definition of goddess
Noun
  • But after episode 4, his machinations and power plays have come to light, setting him up as the next formidable adversary to the new queen — and the latest focus of the fandom’s memes.
    — Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 15 July 2026
  • The photograph of the queen with the trophy in the hands of the English defender, preserved by the Royal Collection Trust, remains one of the most famous images in the history of world soccer.
    — Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 15 July 2026
Definition of queen
Noun
  • Wrestler Roddy Piper went off the mat for his first major acting gig as a Los Angeles guy who picks up those shades and gets eyefuls of aliens amongst him — all of whom hold the real power in our corrupt world.
    — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 8 June 2026
  • One memorable member of the Dunder Mifflin crew tells EW that viewers *do not* need to get an eyeful of him for one specific reason.
    — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 25 May 2026
Definition of eyeful
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  • The revival of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical reimagines the ‘80s classic in the style of the Harlem ballroom scene, where each cat is now a human competitor walking the runway and competing in categories like voguing and beauty.
    — Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 13 July 2026
  • As a beauty editor, I am blessed with an overflowing stash of some of the best hydrating and active products for mature skin, period.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 13 July 2026
Definition of beauty
Noun
  • The analysis examined how many lookers pursued both living options across 50 large metropolitan areas, as well as a national benchmark.
    — Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
  • One was a real looker but not keen to enter some charade with Jed, whose big smile put her off.
    — Thomas McGuane, New Yorker, 19 Apr. 2026
Definition of looker
Noun
  • Drawing inspiration from Colorado's wildlife, CoCo's new fox mascot is rendered in vibrant colors and a simple style that the Front Range Passenger Rail District says will help travelers feel welcome.
    — Christa Swanson, CBS News, 13 July 2026
  • At night, guard dogs and surveillance teams monitor the grounds year-round, because catastrophe at Wimbledon comes in the form of a two-foot-long fox slinking onto a court and marking its territory.
    — Nick Pachelli, Time, 11 July 2026
Definition of fox
Noun
  • Founded in 2013, Miniso carries items like plush dolls, miniature lamps and perfume.
    — Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 8 July 2026
  • The celebration includes artist doll collaborations, new product launches, original entertainment, live experiences, fan-first moments and evolved doll sculpts and stylings.
    — Kimberly Nordyke, HollywoodReporter, 7 July 2026
Definition of doll
Noun
  • The 5-piece offering is served with a dipping sauce that some compare to Chick-fil-A sauce, blending honey mustard and barbecue flavors.
    — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 17 July 2026
  • Drinks—both spirited and alcohol-free—featuring ingredients like coconut milk, dairy or nut milks, fruit purées, and honey are especially froth-friendly.
    — Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 17 July 2026
Definition of honey
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