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mystique

noun

Definition of mystique

as in appeal

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 A little excitement won’t take away from your natural mystique! — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 Aug. 2026 Over the past six weeks, his humanity broke through the gates of his mystique. — Jerry Brewer, New York Times, 20 July 2026 Adding to the film’s mystique is Nolan’s reliance on old-school Hollywood practical effects, such as his use of puppetry, animatronics and robotics in scenes with the Cyclops, as well as a real Viking boat that the actors learned to sail. — Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 19 July 2026 Brown doesn’t share much about his personal life with his followers, but that only adds to his mystique. — Leslie Horn Peterson, Time, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for mystique

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Noun

Tarkowski slid in from behind to stop a certain goal, with United’s penalty appeals waved away.

— Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Such contradictions, that cats can be both domesticated and yet somewhat feral, is part of their appeal, says comedian Drennon Davis, whose four cats have found internet fame via his short-form videos.

— Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of appeal

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Today, times are good for the city of 17,000 thanks to its big businesses, small-town charm and engaged citizens, Mayor Chris Pimentel told The Times.

— Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Whether the actor is improvising or sticking closely to the script by Miles Hubley and Tommy White, Wilson’s talent and experience maintain the charm of a character who practically talks nonstop but in other hands could simply be obnoxious.

— Todd Gilchrist, Variety, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of charm

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The rankings were based on student outcomes, learning environment and attractiveness.

— Finch Walker, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
The list of 500 schools was compiled by the magazine and data research firm Statista, Schools were given a score based on their student outcomes, learning environment and their attractiveness to students.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of attractiveness

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By the early sixties, the romance of the untaught or naïve artist was really catching.

— Doreen St. Félix, New Yorker, 5 Sep. 2026
Ratajkowski and Gavras first sparked romance rumors in November 2025, when they were spotted out together in New York City, and were photographed with his arm around her and kissing multiple times.

— Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of romance

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Irina Shayk is bringing sartorial drama to the 2026 Venice Film Festival, from elevated daytime looks to red carpet glamour.

— Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026
Unsurprisingly, the Elie Saab H&M collection plays up after-dark glamour, and just in time for holiday party season, too.

— Tina Isaac-Goizé, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of glamour

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Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup No need to drive to Panera, this recipe brings the cozy, familiar flavors of the chain’s beloved broccoli and cheddar soup home.

— Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Sep. 2026
Cheeses made with moist milk mature faster and can develop unpleasantly pungent odors and flavors like ammonia.

— Vivian Song, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of flavor

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The scale of its attack on the United States gave al-Qaeda an aura of momentum and outsize influence within the jihadi movement and beyond.

— Daniel Byman, Foreign Affairs, 8 Sep. 2026
The aura of regimented cool that Vanhée created at the Row caught the attention of Hermès executives.

— Lauren Collins, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2026

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