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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
Kiss were all about mystique — and nobody had more of it than Ace.
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Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2025
Calls to reject the institutional mystique of the Supreme Court in particular have been growing louder across the political spectrum.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 13 Oct. 2025
Without the mystique and responsibility of their royal roles, they have been reduced to celebrities.
—Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2025
Just as fascinating are Poe’s burial and his reburial 26 years later, an exhumation that adds to his mystique, even if the raw particulars of that reburial do nothing to justify the urban legend of his living entombment.
—Literary Hub, 8 Oct. 2025
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Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2025
Calls to reject the institutional mystique of the Supreme Court in particular have been growing louder across the political spectrum.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 13 Oct. 2025
Without the mystique and responsibility of their royal roles, they have been reduced to celebrities.
—Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2025
Just as fascinating are Poe’s burial and his reburial 26 years later, an exhumation that adds to his mystique, even if the raw particulars of that reburial do nothing to justify the urban legend of his living entombment.
—Literary Hub, 8 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mystique
Noun
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The Supreme Court also previously denied an appeal filed by Davis in 2020.—
Jason Lemon,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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That Mamdani was able to win decisively shows the power of his appeal, and how much his charisma, social media savvy and messaging on affordability resonated with voters.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The design plans call for refreshing the carpeting, flooring, furniture and chandeliers throughout the clubhouse while maintaining the historical charm.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Nov. 2025
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But Powell has more easygoing charm than blinding charisma.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Nov. 2025
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But with a sizable audience doing research to kill time between installments, the miniseries’ cast boasts an awkward attractiveness that sticks out as oddly inauthentic.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
5 Nov. 2025
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Our research shows that extreme attractiveness might grab attention but can undermine connection, the true currency of the influencer economy.—
Abby Frank,
The Conversation,
5 Nov. 2025
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Jennifer Aniston has found love with wellness coach and hypnotist Jim Curtis after a string of high-profile romances with fellow Hollywood stars, including Brad Pitt, Justin Theroux, Vince Vaughn and John Mayer.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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In a world that feels increasingly unpredictable and even scary, cozy romances offer the perfect escape.—
Emilia Emerson,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
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Brooks Nader Brooks Nader channeled old school glamour in her red gown.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
5 Nov. 2025
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One exception was best actress co-recipient Kawase Naomi, who appeared bare-shouldered in a dramatic red-and-black gown, a choice perhaps influenced by her many appearances as a director at Cannes, where glamor is a given.—
Mark Schilling,
Variety,
5 Nov. 2025
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The scent combines notes of charred hardwood, carbon clove, saw dust and powder smolder to achieve an aroma similar to that of a smoky old fashioned.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
5 Nov. 2025
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Wander among vendors selling paintings, handmade jewelry, and local crafts as the aroma of cooking treats fills the air.—
Aaron Randolph,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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Originally from Puglia, Bowerman is unafraid to introduce global flavors into her Italian cooking, often drawing upon Asian influences.—
Nina Ruggiero,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Nov. 2025
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For lunch and dinner, Coconut Creek offers a variety of cuisines to choose from, including Papamigos' Asian-Mexican tacos and sushi, fresh seafood at The Fish Joint, and the Italian flavors of Sette Mezzo.—
Skye Sherman,
Southern Living,
10 Nov. 2025
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Despite Olsen’s custom Miu Miu look evoking a red-carpet-ready aura, the ruffled motif of the sleeves harkened back to the Italian brand’s most recent collection.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
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Per AccuWeather, experts also recommend that aura-watchers allow their eyes at least 15 minutes to adjust to the darkness and avoid looking at bright light sources, such as the moon or phone screens.—
Kaycee Sloan,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Mystique.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mystique. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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