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as in perfections
the most perfect type or example
the Parthenon in Greece was considered the quintessence of the perfectly proportioned building
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as in essences
the quality or qualities that make a thing what it is
a selfless desire to help others is the quintessence of the virtue of charity
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for quintessences
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The collection is built around a fascination of the forest, its mystery, beauty, and the sublime forces of nature, its perfections and imperfections.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, the Enchanted glittered with edible pink shimmer dust, and bursting with fruity, botanical flavors – Grey Goose with watermelon basil essences, vermouth and basil.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
12 Sep. 2025
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Cue the predictable spooky mayhem as everyone battles a series of evil manifestations, including dolls, that by now feel all too familiar in their jump scares.—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Sep. 2025
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Spiritual practices, such as affirmations and manifestations, are commonly incorporated into wellness influencer’s approach to achieving a cleaner and healthier lifestyle.—
Taylor Crumpton,
Time,
2 Sep. 2025
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After Sheen started misusing substances, Cryer noticed Sheen’s razor-sharp performance slipping on the CBS comedy.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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Instead of inhaling just burning vegetation, wildland firefighters are increasingly exposed to hazardous and carcinogenic substances, Rahn said.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Laura Ashley is also collaborating with Brewers, a Royal Warrant holder, on other wall coverings that feature re-colored classics and current bestselling designs.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
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No season is better positioned as a time to revisit the classics than fall.—
Naomi Rougeau,
Robb Report,
12 Sep. 2025
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By removing color, the focus shifts to texture, light, gesture, and gaze — emphasizing the nuances of connection and the multiplicity of what love can look like beyond normative, romanticized ideals.—
Caterina De Biasio,
Vogue,
11 Sep. 2025
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While Ralph Lauren has also stood for Americana, another brand known for American ideals with a European touch, Libertine showed its Spring 2026 collection in the lovely and newly saved from demolition Elizabeth Street Garden.—
Roxanne Robinson,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Harem or balloon pants seen in recent collections are a sophisticated evolution from their original bohemian incarnations, featuring cleaner lines, refined fabrics and streamlined silhouettes.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
13 Sep. 2025
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Fans of the songs from the Tambourine album may be pleasantly surprised to hear them in their early acoustic incarnations on Time and Patience.—
David Chiu,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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An optional front rack on both models adds instant utility without marring the retro-fantastic looks.—
William Roberson,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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While some companies train these models on religious texts and consult theologians about fine-tuning responses, it's widely known (and even admitted by the companies that make them) that these AI models trend toward outputs that validate users' feelings and ideas.—
Benj Edwards,
ArsTechnica,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Quintessences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quintessences. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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