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mind-boggling

adjective

ˈmīn(d)-ˌbä-g(ə-)liŋ How to pronounce mind-boggling (audio)
Definition of mind-bogglingnext
as in breathtaking
causing great emotional or mental stimulation a big-box store with a mind-boggling array of home-improvement supplies for the do-it-yourselfer

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Recent Examples of mind-boggling And the federal government is so overstretched that its $40 trillion debt is on track to hit a mind-boggling $50 trillion in just three years. — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026 This whole album has been mind-boggling for me — even just getting the Usher sample cleared, meeting Usher and Chris Brown and hanging with these people. — Michael Saponara, Billboard, 28 Aug. 2026 The all-new Octola II Ultra Lodge sleeps 17 with both the exact price and location kept hush-hush, and all the mind-boggling logistics taken care of by Octola. — Michelle Tchea, Robb Report, 27 Aug. 2026 Rams coach Sean McVay said reversing the college football-to-NFL pipeline was mind-boggling. — Los Angeles Times Staff, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mind-boggling
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mind-boggling
  1. breathtaking
  2. exciting
  3. interesting
  4. intriguing
  5. thrilling
Adjective
  • Water glitters in a golden marsh stretching from the shore, promising breathtaking sunsets.
    — Adam Van Brimmer, AJC.com, 26 Sep. 2026
  • In January 2023, the group joined Beyoncé for a breathtaking private concert at the Atlantis The Royal grand resort in Dubai, performing in front of famous guests like Kendall Jenner, Chlöe Bailey, Halle Bailey and Rebel Wilson.
    — Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of breathtaking
Adjective
  • Here’s to a safe, healthy and exciting new school year ahead.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Learning about the finance side has also been an exciting challenge.
    — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of exciting
Adjective
  • If studios and financiers knew what was going to work every time, everyone would be rich and the industry would be a lot less interesting.
    — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Bentley The hood gets some interesting detailing, along with a chrome trim along its sides.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of interesting
Adjective
  • Adapted from a story by Henry Bates, the drama is an intriguing science fantasy, made believable by touches of genuine humor and the faint suggestion of a romance between a pretty American widow and a mysterious visitor from another planet.
    — THR Staff, HollywoodReporter, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Atelier Lune One of the more intriguing features of the Camping House is how mobility is integrated into its architectural design.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 Sep. 2026
Definition of intriguing
Adjective
  • Its basement level, though, has a modern history all its own, where an improbable number of right-moment, right-time restaurants have operated since early last decade — including its latest, exceptionally thrilling occupant.
    — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 24 Sep. 2026
  • The players and coaches on the UCF football team have already experienced an emotional rollercoaster in this young season, with thrilling victories and a disappointing loss.
    — Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of thrilling

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“Mind-boggling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mind-boggling. Accessed 30 Sep. 2026.

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