as in wonders
something extraordinary or surprising
that new electric car really is a marvel
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Recent Examples of marvels
Later, Jeff Train marvels at the teens' planning acumen.
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Natalie Escobar, NPR, 12 May 2026
Nowadays, thanks to the marvels of modern technology, most of us have easy access to the luxury of ice, and this component has simply been replaced with a good shake.
—Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
Hummingbirds are miniature marvels, combining dazzling iridescent color with lightning-fast wings and gravity-defying flight.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 2026
Festival season is upon us, with four long-running events returning this weekend to Cupertino, San Jose and Half Moon Bay for fans of culture, music and mechanical marvels.
—Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026
The empire’s architectural marvels are perhaps its most visible contributions.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 Apr. 2026
Known for archaeological marvels and seaside escapes, millions of tourists visit Albania for its rich history and culture.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2026
Built between 70 and 80 CE, the Roman Colosseum remains one of the engineering marvels of the world.
—Anne Doran, ARTnews.com, 10 Apr. 2026
Within a few hours, Dworin would be out the door and back home, and by the next day, exercising and enjoying the benefits of the marvels of modern medical technology.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2026
Natalie Escobar, NPR, 12 May 2026
Nowadays, thanks to the marvels of modern technology, most of us have easy access to the luxury of ice, and this component has simply been replaced with a good shake.
—Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
Hummingbirds are miniature marvels, combining dazzling iridescent color with lightning-fast wings and gravity-defying flight.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 2026
Festival season is upon us, with four long-running events returning this weekend to Cupertino, San Jose and Half Moon Bay for fans of culture, music and mechanical marvels.
—Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026
The empire’s architectural marvels are perhaps its most visible contributions.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 Apr. 2026
Known for archaeological marvels and seaside escapes, millions of tourists visit Albania for its rich history and culture.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2026
Built between 70 and 80 CE, the Roman Colosseum remains one of the engineering marvels of the world.
—Anne Doran, ARTnews.com, 10 Apr. 2026
Within a few hours, Dworin would be out the door and back home, and by the next day, exercising and enjoying the benefits of the marvels of modern medical technology.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for marvels
Noun
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Crystal born from nuclear fire Clathrates are architectural wonders of the microscopic world.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
12 May 2026
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The independent watchmaker has experienced a massive surge in popularity over the past few years, moving from a niche IYKYK brand into the mainstream, with celebrities like Michael Jordan and Mark Zuckerberg strapping on its high-complication wonders.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
11 May 2026
Noun
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Some Illinois mayors say data centers have worked miracles in their towns while others question whether the benefits overcome the downsides, and whether the benefits are as good as advertised.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
13 May 2026
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This commitment to one another, to seeing each other’s faults and growth, is one of the miracles of being in a band.—
Katie Gavin,
Time,
8 May 2026
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“Marvels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marvels. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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