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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
The long shadow of Hearst’s curse has only deepened the sense of mystique around Welles’ most famous, and in some ways most enigmatic, movie.
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John Semley, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 Feb. 2025
This is a group that has famously and diligently guarded its legacy, always maintaining a sense of mystique and rebuffing many earlier pitches for a movie like that.
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 11 Feb. 2025
More important, this latest evolution of strategic warfare builds on the long-standing mystique of airpower as a quick and precise form of warfare that can end conflicts quickly without unnecessary bloodshed or destruction.
—Raphael S. Cohen, Foreign Affairs, 18 Feb. 2025
Anyone familiar with the mystique surrounding the Cologne concert will know about Jarrett’s indignation to find not the requested Bösendorfer Grand Imperial on the stage but an out-of-tune baby grand rehearsal piano with only one functioning pedal.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Feb. 2025
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John Semley, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 Feb. 2025
This is a group that has famously and diligently guarded its legacy, always maintaining a sense of mystique and rebuffing many earlier pitches for a movie like that.
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 11 Feb. 2025
More important, this latest evolution of strategic warfare builds on the long-standing mystique of airpower as a quick and precise form of warfare that can end conflicts quickly without unnecessary bloodshed or destruction.
—Raphael S. Cohen, Foreign Affairs, 18 Feb. 2025
Anyone familiar with the mystique surrounding the Cologne concert will know about Jarrett’s indignation to find not the requested Bösendorfer Grand Imperial on the stage but an out-of-tune baby grand rehearsal piano with only one functioning pedal.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mystique
Noun
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Boasberg blocked their deportation, prompting an immediate appeal from the Justice Department.—
Elliot Spagat,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2025
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Mercedes Formula One driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli has climbed up one position from fifth to secure fourth place at the Australian Grand Prix after the five-second penalty was reversed following an appeal by his team.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
16 Mar. 2025
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Quilted jackets for a touch of classic, cottage-core charm and, on the opposite end of the spectrum, retro track jackets with so-sporty vibes.—
Victoria Montalti,
refinery29.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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Swap Out Your Artwork Wall art is a great way to quickly add a touch of St. Paddy’s charm.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The office romances in Suits may have been swoon-worthy, but the cast’s real-life relationships are just as sweet.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
16 Mar. 2025
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We've long been obsessed with the 27-year-old beauty queen, and are equally invested in her romance with Timothée Chalamet.—
Lena Raab,
Glamour,
16 Mar. 2025
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The clothes that Donatella had always designed emphasize the female body and drip with glamour.—
Laird Borrelli-Persson,
Vogue,
13 Mar. 2025
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Blanchett, meanwhile, continues her reign among the cadre of actresses who work with their stylists — in this case, Elizabeth Stewart — to craft a collection of press-run looks that extend beyond pure glamour in their talking points.—
Laurie Brookins,
The Hollywood Reporter,
13 Mar. 2025
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The sea notes take some time to reveal themselves—you’ll first notice smoky styrax and rich oud, which gives the fragrance an earthy and almost gasoline-like aroma.—
Emily Orofino,
Vogue,
5 Mar. 2025
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The interaction between the spirit and the wood over the years develops the complex flavors, beautiful color and signature aromas that attract worldwide attention.—
Jeremy Kasler,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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The students break up into groups of jobs including copywriting, flavor specialists, chefs, event organizers and promotions.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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Ngo said the team aimed to appeal to downtown lunch and late-evening crowd with a streamlined menu focused on flavor.—
Marcus D. Smith,
Sacramento Bee,
18 Mar. 2025
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Another brand that elicited an aura of femininity through the creation of the romance on the runway was N°21.—
Elizabeth Grace Coyne,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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An aura of rebellious Britishness radiated through the bold clash of tartans, black leather motorcycle jackets, and ornate embellishments that evoked the iconic style of Pearly Kings and Queens.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
4 Mar. 2025
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Gabe continually made magic out of his various moles, while Dawn worked to weave African influences into her comfort food.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
13 Mar. 2025
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Superhero Party: Who doesn’t love a bit of superhero magic?—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
13 Mar. 2025
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“Mystique.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mystique. Accessed 21 Mar. 2025.
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