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
Elle Fanning and Gus Wenner looks statuesque while in the arms of her man, Gus Wenner.
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Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
The shopper’s guide, somewhere on the sixth floor, was a tall, statuesque redhead.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2025
The dress made Martin, whom Paltrow shares with former husband and Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, appear even more statuesque than the 21-year-old model does ordinarily.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 17 Dec. 2025
Set against the backdrop of one of Manhattan’s most-iconic green spaces, the dog appeared deeply uninterested in socializing, maintaining a statuesque pose while other Shibas around it mirrored the same awkward detachment.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025
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Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
The shopper’s guide, somewhere on the sixth floor, was a tall, statuesque redhead.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2025
The dress made Martin, whom Paltrow shares with former husband and Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, appear even more statuesque than the 21-year-old model does ordinarily.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 17 Dec. 2025
Set against the backdrop of one of Manhattan’s most-iconic green spaces, the dog appeared deeply uninterested in socializing, maintaining a statuesque pose while other Shibas around it mirrored the same awkward detachment.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for statuesque
Adjective
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While beautiful at first, once all of the Instagram pictures were taken, the open-air space started to get old for me.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Mar. 2026
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Buchanan also loved meeting the big-name architects the group brought to Dallas — who in turn seemed to naturally gravitate to the down-to-earth Dallasite with the warm demeanor and beautiful smile.—
Trevor Bach,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Plus visiting Greece in the off-season reveals handsome landscapes without the heat and crowds that summer can bring.—
Katie Silcox,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Mar. 2026
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Woodell plays Jay, a charming, handsome and wealthy Catfish alum.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Lobelia with its beautiful blue, Scaevola, tuberous begonias and many other gorgeous flowering plants appear this time of year.—
Becky Wern,
Florida Times-Union,
7 Mar. 2026
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Monday will also be gorgeous at 70 and sunny!—
Mary Ours,
CBS News,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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My lovely new neighbors have a son my daughter’s age.—
Heather Grossmann,
Parents,
11 Mar. 2026
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Orange juice, ginger ale, and pineapple juice make up a lovely treat for after the egg hunt.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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In this case and elsewhere, Rakoff has shown a superb grasp of technology issues.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Underscoring the wellness aspects of a stay here are other amenities, like the rooftop pool, the state-of-the-art gym, and a superb spa, which includes a hammam and sauna along with a dedicated space for wellness as a ritual.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Whether looking for florals, lace, beading, or ruffles, there are lots of stunning plus-size dresses for spring weddings.—
Anna Popp,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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This cool texture also doubles as stunning spring nail art.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
8 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The classic circular design showcases preserved purple blooms with natural texture and a rustic yet elegant aesthetic that complements everything from French country to farmhouse decor.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Mar. 2026
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The tiny shimmering beads are quintessentially bridal; elegant, but not overdone.—
Alexandra Ditch,
Vogue,
8 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Adding flower beds filled with water-loving plants such as daylilies, blue flag irises, and button bushes is an attractive solution for soggy areas.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2026
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Yancey said simplifying regulations and improving permitting processes could make the city more attractive to investors and businesses.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Statuesque.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/statuesque. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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