as in beauties
something very good of its kind
the concert concluded with a humdinger of a fireworks display
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for humdingers
Noun
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Just don’t be afraid to bring these aged beauties into a more modern space.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Jan. 2026 -
These Southern-style buttermilk beauties bake up tall, flaky, and golden, with a soft interior that’s just waiting for butter, honey, or jam.—
Lynn Andriani,
Martha Stewart,
31 Dec. 2025
Noun
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But as his son’s college dreams were coming into focus, Dominique thought about his own path and upbringing.—
Mirin Fader,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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Most cops have hero dreams, protector fantasies that sustain them through days that are mostly mundane.—
Jamie Thompson,
The Atlantic,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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One of Richins’ doozies involved Irene Gilbert.—
Tony Schick,
ProPublica,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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It’s worked wonders on my dry skin and dark circles, especially when combined with a thick moisturizer and eye cream.—
Emma Greene,
InStyle,
10 Jan. 2026
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Using a mild dish soap and water solution will work wonders.—
Gemma Johnstone,
The Spruce,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Frozen peaches will work well in this dish.—
Amanda Stanfield,
Southern Living,
9 Jan. 2026
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From Texas, there’s Shiner Holiday Cheer, brewed with pecans and peaches, and from Maine, Allagash Ski House, a winter White Ale.—
Jay R. Brooks,
Mercury News,
31 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Made in Italy, the beauts are marked by incredible attention to detail and top craftsmanship, because every part of your body deserves to be treated with something this chic — earlobes included.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
13 Oct. 2025
Noun
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One of the marvels of Incan design is its masonry, encountered frequently in Cuzco and all through Machu Picchu.—
Ryan Knighton,
AFAR Media,
31 Oct. 2025
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Technological marvels do little to ameliorate the hardscrabble existence of most workers; sixty-five-year labor contracts are the norm.—
Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Humdingers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humdingers. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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