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as in manifestation
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 essence
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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as in classic
constituting, serving as, or worthy of being a pattern to be imitated
Helen of Troy was supposedly the quintessential beauty of the ancient world
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Recent Examples of quintessence
Chris Richards, Washington Post, 3 Feb. 2023
But Frieman hopes new data may reveal something more exotic, such as a mysterious substance called quintessence, which some scientists have proposed could explain the accelerating expansion of the universe.
—Ramin Skibba, Discover Magazine, 24 Jan. 2020
Nina Derwin, Glamour, 17 Apr. 2025
Katie Fang Katie Fang brought quintessential Coachella energy to the 2025 edition of the arts and music festival.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 17 Apr. 2025
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Noun
And her longevity feels like a quest in the direction of excellence, as well as a pursuit of her own quintessence.
—Chris Richards, Washington Post, 3 Feb. 2023
But Frieman hopes new data may reveal something more exotic, such as a mysterious substance called quintessence, which some scientists have proposed could explain the accelerating expansion of the universe.
—Ramin Skibba, Discover Magazine, 24 Jan. 2020
Adjective
The knot on the front and the open rounded toe pay homage to your quintessential dress shoes, but the platform profile and wraparound ankle strap add an edgy twist.
—Nina Derwin, Glamour, 17 Apr. 2025
Katie Fang Katie Fang brought quintessential Coachella energy to the 2025 edition of the arts and music festival.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for quintessence
Noun
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Are these conflicting phrases truly what's in the review — or a manifestation of Carmy's (White) anxiety?—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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The paradox is that these manifestations, on the contrary, bring Ukraine closer to its common enemy, as in Russia, homophobia is flourishing with incredible force right now.—
Sonya Vseliubska,
IndieWire,
28 Apr. 2025
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Pretty much, Orji’s focus for the live format isn’t to recreate what’s been done before, but making the experience her own while staying true to the essence of the show.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Accompanied by sweeping string arrangements and powerful blaring horns, the song encapsulates the essence of modern mariachi while staying rooted in its timeless traditions.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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On average, a casual jacket is around $220 while a handful of classic tailoring sees jackets priced at $515 and around $250 for trousers.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
21 Apr. 2025
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Although European-style butters have become increasingly popular and more widely stocked, for most of our readers, classic American-style butters like Land O’Lakes are what their dairy aisles are filled with.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2025
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That scene at the opera was, for me anyway, the apotheosis of it.—
Todd Gilchrist,
Variety,
26 Apr. 2025
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But humanity is not progressing toward an apotheosis.—
A. Wess Mitchell,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Mexico has many must-see attractions—jungles, cathedrals, ancient temples, and mighty beaches—and its archeology and scenery are exemplary, and its food and nightlife legendary.—
Alex Ledsom,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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This creation from Spanish luxury fashion house Loewe is exemplary of former creative director Jonathan Anderson’s penchant for infusing sophistication and whimsy into the brand’s designs.—
Hali Bey Ramdene,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
17 Apr. 2025
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On May 2, Venus will join Neptune in Aries, adding a dreamy, almost ethereal quality to your love life — try not to get swept up in ideals and fantasies.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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For many, financial security is becoming more important than aligning every purchase with environmental ideals.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The stunning city earned a perfect nightlife score with plenty of clubs, cocktail lounges, and rooftop bars.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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From classic denim designs to vibrant colorways and distressed finishes, flared jeans find their perfect ally in platform shoes.—
René Chávez Esparza,
Glamour,
27 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Most of it involves the two men bantering (and occasionally bickering) behind the wheel in their current incarnations and the occasional unexpected back-seat cameo (the most memorable one being producer Adler, who financed and directed their first film).—
Adam Tschorn,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2025
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Gina Joseph, who was chief strategy officer at VentureBeat and GamesBeat, now serves as CEO for the latter’s new incarnation, which is keeping the same name.—
Kaare Eriksen,
Variety,
22 Apr. 2025
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“Quintessence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quintessence. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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