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
Where their carnival shined was in its mystique and the quality of the attractions within.
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Literary Hub, 20 May 2026
Adding an extra layer of mystique to the new Air Jordan 12 style is its unofficial connection to WWE star Roman Reigns, who leads a group known as the Bloodline.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 16 May 2026
The intrigue only adds to the mystique surrounding what is shaping up to be one of Miami’s most ambitious residential builds.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 May 2026
And when that happens, there goes the mystique of the tournament, as well as any upset-hunting in filling out your bracket.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 2 May 2026
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Literary Hub, 20 May 2026
Adding an extra layer of mystique to the new Air Jordan 12 style is its unofficial connection to WWE star Roman Reigns, who leads a group known as the Bloodline.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 16 May 2026
The intrigue only adds to the mystique surrounding what is shaping up to be one of Miami’s most ambitious residential builds.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 May 2026
And when that happens, there goes the mystique of the tournament, as well as any upset-hunting in filling out your bracket.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 2 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for mystique
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mystique
Noun
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From a fantasy perspective, Ronaldo’s appeal is straightforward.—
Abdul Rehman,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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Businesses with national or broad-market appeal tend to attract the strongest investor interest.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Knicks fan Pierre said, wearing a gold chain with a platano charm (a good-luck symbol honoring Dominican player Karl-Anthony Towns).—
Antonio Ferme,
Variety,
11 June 2026
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With Larsson leading denim’s biggest trends including low-rise fits, colorful denim, micro shorts and denim decorated with charms and trinkets, the collection reflects this level of pop-star glam with standout items like red ombré flare denim and embellished denim with crystal detailing.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
11 June 2026
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Ryan Murphy and Matthew Hodgson’s satirical body horror saga about the production of a drug that increases physical attractiveness with deadly consequences takes place in the rarified worlds of high fashion in a world that’s somehow even more image obsessed than our own.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
8 June 2026
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Decades later, research continues to find that attractiveness influences hiring decisions, salaries, legal outcomes, and perceptions of competence.—
Maia Niguel Hoskin,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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A bit of romance, lots of great character conflicts, lovely English countryside and fantastic period costumes all make for a really excellent watch.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Here — with generous assistance from Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci, and an excellent Ray Liotta as players in a propulsive story about the romance and horror of being a knock-around guy — Scorsese finds momentum.—
Eric Farwell,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 June 2026
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Fontainebleau Miami Beach Miami Beach, Florida A Miami Beach icon for more than 50 years, Fontainebleau Miami Beach spans 22 oceanfront acres, blending golden-era glamour with modern luxury.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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The new route connects West Coast travelers with the allure and glamour of the Hamptons.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
9 June 2026
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Cooking scallions low and slow draws out their aroma, which infuses the oil that becomes part of the sauce for this dish.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 June 2026
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Where to Eat and Drink Breakfast Follow the wafting aroma of fresh bread to Kirchhoff’s Bakery, a downtown institution since 1873.—
Matt Kirouac,
Midwest Living,
7 June 2026
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This Jamaican restaurant, located just off Main Street, brings Caribbean flavors to Mackinac Island’s solid rotation of restaurants, with planked whitefish and jerk chicken sandwiches.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2026
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The way the beer is poured directly affects the flavor and mouthfeel of the beer.—
Em Sauter,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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The versatile hue works across countless nail trends, including aura designs, French tips, jelly finishes, ombré gradients, and chrome overlays.—
Daisy Maldonado,
InStyle,
12 June 2026
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Less as a re-run of the tournament’s opening game from 1998, more for the prospect of Scott McTominay adding to his aura.—
Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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“Mystique.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mystique. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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