as in wonders
something extraordinary or surprising
that new electric car really is a marvel
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Recent Examples of marvels
Kings coach Doug Christie marvels at DeRozan’s work ethic, professionalism and dedication to the game.
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Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Kennard marvels at his new reality sometimes.
—Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2026
Its many historical marvels are spread over a 1,600-acre plot 10 times the size of Disneyland.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 28 Feb. 2026
Bill Douglas, 50, who shares a two-bedroom, $600-a-month oceanfront apartment, sits on his couch and marvels at the ocean view.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
It was perceived as a day of opportunity for tenants, who shuffled among apartments in search of places that were larger, better located, or appointed with marvels of the day such as hot water, flush toilets, or electric lighting.
—Henry Grabar, The Atlantic, 23 Feb. 2026
When complete, the skyscraper will join other architectural marvels in Jeddah, such as the Penang Floating Mosque and Al Balad, the town’s historic center featuring homes from coral.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 18 Feb. 2026
Seward marvels over a cream Zoran jacket, and tries on a khaki wool cape designed by Gianni Versace for Italian label Callaghan in the early ‘80s.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 14 Feb. 2026
Watching from the stands means getting a glimpse of some behind-the-scenes magic, like cameras zipping across cables overhead and the talent — whether dressed as Italian opera masters, architectural marvels, chefs or Pinocchio — waiting in the wings between acts.
—Pien Huang, NPR, 6 Feb. 2026
Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Kennard marvels at his new reality sometimes.
—Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2026
Its many historical marvels are spread over a 1,600-acre plot 10 times the size of Disneyland.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 28 Feb. 2026
Bill Douglas, 50, who shares a two-bedroom, $600-a-month oceanfront apartment, sits on his couch and marvels at the ocean view.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
It was perceived as a day of opportunity for tenants, who shuffled among apartments in search of places that were larger, better located, or appointed with marvels of the day such as hot water, flush toilets, or electric lighting.
—Henry Grabar, The Atlantic, 23 Feb. 2026
When complete, the skyscraper will join other architectural marvels in Jeddah, such as the Penang Floating Mosque and Al Balad, the town’s historic center featuring homes from coral.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 18 Feb. 2026
Seward marvels over a cream Zoran jacket, and tries on a khaki wool cape designed by Gianni Versace for Italian label Callaghan in the early ‘80s.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 14 Feb. 2026
Watching from the stands means getting a glimpse of some behind-the-scenes magic, like cameras zipping across cables overhead and the talent — whether dressed as Italian opera masters, architectural marvels, chefs or Pinocchio — waiting in the wings between acts.
—Pien Huang, NPR, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for marvels
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In addition to a great leave-in, a curl-specific serum or oil can work wonders to seal your ends and lock in hydration.—
Danielle Sinay,
Glamour,
23 Mar. 2026
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Stolen jewels can do wonders for the imagination, even if they are tucked away in a safe.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
22 Mar. 2026
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Even then, Kerr is not expecting miracles from the 27-year-old.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
15 Mar. 2026
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Temperatures in the cockpits reportedly hit 140 degrees, transforming sleek miracles of automotive technology into 180-mph crock pots.—
Kevin Sherrington,
Dallas Morning News,
15 Mar. 2026
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“Marvels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marvels. Accessed 26 Mar. 2026.
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