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a special quality that makes a person or thing interesting or exciting
There's a certain mystique to mountain climbing. No one has been able to copy the legendary singer's mystique.
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Recent Examples of mystique
However, in doing so Relativity lost some of its mystique among investors, because the larger rocket would move away from 3D printing.
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Eric Berger, Ars Technica, 10 Mar. 2025
But mystique and aura only go so far.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 15 Mar. 2025
Marvin Gaye and Sly Stone and Jimi Hendrix were extraordinary-looking people; that was part of their mystique.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 14 Mar. 2025
In the world of high-end pets, few creatures hold the status and mystique of koi fish.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
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Eric Berger, Ars Technica, 10 Mar. 2025
But mystique and aura only go so far.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 15 Mar. 2025
Marvin Gaye and Sly Stone and Jimi Hendrix were extraordinary-looking people; that was part of their mystique.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 14 Mar. 2025
In the world of high-end pets, few creatures hold the status and mystique of koi fish.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mystique
Noun
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The remedies in Google's app store case are currently on hold pending appeal, but that problem is not going away.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
21 Apr. 2025
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The independent from Vermont and undisputed leader of the American progressive movement raised $11.4 million, while spending only $1.3 million to prime the pump with digital appeals.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2025
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The good news is that Crocs offers a variety of shoes that go beyond the classic foam clogs with holes for charms, which look good and have the same level of support.—
Toni Sutton,
People.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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This choice, along with the decision to film on real locations, enhances the magical quality and tactile charm of the film, reminiscent of '80s classics like The Labyrinth or Willow.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
18 Apr. 2025
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She’s also got five adaptations of her contemporary romance novels in the works.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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During their final performance together, the pair appeared to confirm their relationship — after months of romance rumors — with an onstage kiss.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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Meanwhile, the glamour of a bygone era continues to inspire fashion-forward entertainers such as Sara Evans, Carly Pearce, and Carrie Underwood.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
15 Apr. 2025
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The writer interviews Majors’s past girlfriends, but their testimonies are drowned out by the glamour of his supporters, who include Matthew McConaughey, Michael B. Jordan, and Whoopi Goldberg.—
Doreen St. Félix,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2025
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While many versions of the aroma exist, feeding the line with new facets helps Mugler continue to tell the story.—
Essence,
Essence,
24 Apr. 2025
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Chilean coastal Pinot Noir showcases vibrant colors—slightly more intense than cool-climate counterparts elsewhere due to the intense afternoon sunlight—with characteristic sweet and sour cherry aromas complemented by wet earth notes and silky textures.—
Jill Barth,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Every Friday, the family-friendly Thalassa Brunch transforms the cozy setting into a lively evening filled with Greek flavors and music from a live band and DJ that eventually sees diners take to the floor.—
Natasha Amar,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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The latest limited-edition flavor to grace the shelves of your local grocery store is one of the brand’s first sweet-and-savory innovations, creating a very special cookie born from a beloved snack.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
23 Apr. 2025
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In videos and photos on social media, Leake, now in his early fifties, had the aura of an elder-statesman goth punk.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
26 Apr. 2025
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The overwhelming majority of those games have not carried the aura of a special occasion in the way UEFA Champions League or Copa Libertadores fixtures can in Europe and South America.—
Ian Nicholas Quillen,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Her meticulous research and historical erudition are legendary, and her belief in the magic of fashion is unwavering.—
Laird Borrelli-Persson,
Vogue,
30 Apr. 2025
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Of course, the magic of The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage extends well beyond the resort’s limits.—
Ashlee Marie Preston,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Mystique.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mystique. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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