mind-blowing

adjective

ˈmīn(d)-ˌblō-iŋ How to pronounce mind-blowing (audio)
Definition of mind-blowingnext
as in breathtaking
causing great emotional or mental stimulation viewers will be stunned by the movie's mind-blowing twist ending

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Recent Examples of mind-blowing Adding to the mind-blowing zaniness of the piece? — Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 12 June 2026 Saving tires on an oval is mind-blowing to me. — Jeff Gluck, New York Times, 3 June 2026 The Grammy winner, known for her mind-blowing aerial stunts, is set to host the Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall June 7 (8 ET/5 PT on CBS and streaming on Paramount+). — Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 3 June 2026 The theme was goofy, and the challenges weren't particularly mind-blowing, so how does this season sneak all the way into the top 5? — Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 22 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for mind-blowing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mind-blowing
  1. breathtaking
  2. exciting
  3. interesting
  4. intriguing
  5. thrilling
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  • This breathtaking start follows recent debate over potential fatigue for franchise films, including those of the superhero variety, given that DC Studios’ Supergirl underperformed earlier this summer.
    — Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Almost every day there is a new announcement about some resoundingly breathtaking AI innovation.
    — Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of breathtaking
Adjective
  • Moore describes her apprenticeship as both exciting and exhausting.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Mercury will also make a conjunction with lucky Jupiter, which can bring an exciting proposal, declaration or significant agreement your way.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of exciting
Adjective
  • The research examining wearables indicate interesting results.
    — Forbes.com, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • The former’s status as a non-comedy comedy has been processed ad nauseam, but Margo makes for a more interesting case as a new show.
    — Joe Reid, Vulture, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of interesting
Adjective
  • Another intriguing possibility is fellow rookie outfielder Jonah Cox, who played middle infield in college.
    — Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The South’s own Sarasota, Florida This Gulf Coast city, which is about an hour south of Tampa, has gorgeous beaches, unique botanical gardens, great food, deep cultural roots, and an intriguing history that has a lot to offer visitors.
    — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of intriguing
Adjective
  • Chelsea Green dramatically won the WWE Women's Interim Championship in a thrilling ladder match, upsetting heavy favorite Charlotte Flair.
    — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The chilliest option on this list, ice diving at Ultima Hotel Courchevel is a thrilling, health-boosting, and mood-enhancing water experience.
    — Rana Good, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of thrilling

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