as in beautiful
having a tall and pleasing form like that of a statue
a statuesque young woman His statuesque physique makes him a natural for modeling.
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Recent Examples of statuesque
Of late, the current team can only demonstrate slow, statuesque and stifling soccer.
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Ben Church, CNN, 28 Oct. 2024
Christine Baranski was opera-perfection in white opera gloves and an equally statuesque white gown.
—Leigh Nordstrom, WWD, 24 Sep. 2024
Contrary to popular belief, even with her statuesque physique and Calvin Klein campaigns, Elba was never a professional model.
—Akili King, Essence, 6 Sep. 2024
TikTok influencer Nara Smith sat statuesque and proud as model husband Lucky Blue Smith looked dapper on the runway in a navy jacket, shirt and tie, cream pants and velvet loafers.
—Anika Reed, USA TODAY, 6 Sep. 2024
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Ben Church, CNN, 28 Oct. 2024
Christine Baranski was opera-perfection in white opera gloves and an equally statuesque white gown.
—Leigh Nordstrom, WWD, 24 Sep. 2024
Contrary to popular belief, even with her statuesque physique and Calvin Klein campaigns, Elba was never a professional model.
—Akili King, Essence, 6 Sep. 2024
TikTok influencer Nara Smith sat statuesque and proud as model husband Lucky Blue Smith looked dapper on the runway in a navy jacket, shirt and tie, cream pants and velvet loafers.
—Anika Reed, USA TODAY, 6 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for statuesque
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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The property has beautiful minimalist, modern design with pops of natural wood accents and stunning views of the nearby Blue Ridge Mountains.—
Kimberley Mok,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2025
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The handsome and charismatic Lord Edward Fitzgerald, an Anglican son of a duke, renounced his title and commanded the society’s militia.—
Joseph Patrick Kelly,
The Conversation,
20 May 2025
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Ian had been handsome, popular, in love with a new girlfriend—the kind of golden boy upon whom fortune smiles.—
Sarah Zhang,
The Atlantic,
16 May 2025
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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
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The high-quality tri-ply cladding (two layers of stainless steel with an aluminum core) does a superb job spreading heat evenly across the surface of the pan, delivering consistent and even cooking results.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
19 May 2025
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With superb cinematography from Jermaine Edwards, the visual look here is almost poetic at times.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
18 May 2025
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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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On March 15, 2024, a solar flare and an accompanying CME led to stunning auroras across the solar system, including on Mars.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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On Sunday night, Brennand will be the recipient of the Kering and Festival du Cannes 2025 Women in Motion Emerging Talent Award because of the stunning achievement that Manas is.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
18 May 2025
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To bring back that upscale aesthetic, the Casino Royal will have a dress code that requires jackets for men and elegant dress for women.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
13 May 2025
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Just last fall, the actress and entrepreneur launched her second furniture line with CB2, a collection that embodies her elegant style.—
Joyce Chen,
Architectural Digest,
12 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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Díaz notes that family and animation titles are increasingly attractive not just in Europe but in Latin America and other territories where independent animation has proven box-office potential.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
14 May 2025
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“Statuesque.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/statuesque. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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