as in pretty
very pleasing to look at
the calligrapher's sightly handwriting would be desirable on the diplomas
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Adjective
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Their romance proceeds in soft focus with a soundtrack of accelerated heartbeats and musical interludes, as well as pretty camera shots of raindrops flashing in the sun.—
Joan MacDonald,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025 -
How to Watch Warriors vs Timberwolves Game 2: Date: Thursday, May 8, 2025 Time: 8:30 PM ET Channel: TNT, truTV Stream: Sling (WATCH) Golden State stole Game 1 on the road, but paid a pretty price in losing Stephen Curry to a hamstring injury that is expected to keep him out for at least a week.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
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That has to be an attractive thing to keep players and to acquire players as well.—
The Athletic FC Podcast,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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With an attractive valuation, strong profitability, and a recent breakout signaling optimal timing for adding bullish exposure in a recovering sector.—
Tony Zhang,
CNBC,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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Churches aren’t just beautiful buildings that uplift New York.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
10 May 2025
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There is the beautiful proverb about the woman of strength (Proverbs 31:10-31), that is perhaps the most eloquent text on women in the Bible.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 May 2025
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Also receiving handsome compensation, though not a CEO, at WWE and UFC owner TKO?—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
8 May 2025
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Thankfully, Dornan’s handsome features didn’t hamper his acting career in the long run.—
Emlyn Travis Published,
EW.com,
7 May 2025
Adjective
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Flavors of light red fruit, cherry tart and sparking acidity with a lovely finish and pronounced length.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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The plot is basic and the dialogue merely serviceable, but there are lovely scenery shots throughout, the vastness, gentle light and deep colors of the American West illustrated carefully and evocatively by Hutchins’ — and Cline’s — camera work.—
Jocelyn Noveck,
Boston Herald,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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Leather Small Crossbody Bag Jennifer Garner and Judy Greer just wore cute and functional outfits that reminded us how convenient crossbody bags are.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
7 May 2025
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Wine corks also make cute place card holders and wine glass charms.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
7 May 2025
Adjective
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Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade Soil Type: Medium to moist, well-draining, rich Soil pH: Neutral (6.5-7.5) USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 to 7 With lacy foliage and tall flower spikes, larkspur adds gorgeous texture and upright structure to the summer garden.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
18 May 2025
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Loose, fluttery sleeves add gorgeous detailing to its otherwise simple silhouette, while its V-neck cut is especially flattering without revealing too much skin.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
18 May 2025
Adjective
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Or swap the Amalfi Coast for the coast of Maine, which offers rocky beaches, charming inns, and enough lobster rolls to keep everyone happy, without peak European airfare.—
Jordi Lippe-McGraw,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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Called the Grand Ole Opry Camel Caravan, the troupe appeared exclusively for military members at bases throughout the U.S. and Central America during the summer of 1941, charming soldiers with toe-tapping hillbilly music and comedy from Minnie Pearl.—
Lindsay Kusiak,
Smithsonian Magazine,
19 May 2025
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“Sightly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sightly. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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