sublimity

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Recent Examples of sublimity But for all the mysticism and sublimity that surround the event, there are other intangibles that make the Masters one of the most valuable elements in the CBS Sports portfolio. Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 10 Apr. 2026 Yet the film also exits on a note of extreme sublimity, courtesy of a final-shot callback puncturing the realism that’s defined Late Shift up to that point. David Fear, Rolling Stone, 23 Mar. 2026 At the very top, however, no operators were present at all, ensuring a sense of sublimity as Honnold mounted the final stretch, high above the rest of the Taipei skyline. Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 9 Feb. 2026 Their way to rock-and-roll sublimity, to headbanging apotheosis, is comprehensively barred. James Parker, The Atlantic, 12 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sublimity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sublimity
Noun
  • Bespoke millwork adds instant architectural elegance, like in this luxurious bathroom by Harper Harris Design.
    Sophie Aliece Hollis, Martha Stewart, 11 June 2026
  • Just off Bamberg’s lively, strollable core is Hotel Villa Geyersworth, a four‑star, 40‑key property blending modern comfort with quiet old‑town elegance and well‑kept gardens.
    David Dickstein, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
Noun
  • And the difference between absolutely nailing a passage and creating a feeling of transcendent gloriousness in the concert hall and abject failure is usually about a millimeter.
    Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The two of them sit watching the four of us with grim fascination, as if at a public hearing.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
  • That recurring fascination stands out partly because Spielberg has never been a filmmaker who stays in one lane.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
Noun
  • Yet there is a way through, provided the parties resist the allure of the all-or-nothing bargain.
    Ali Vaez, Time, 15 June 2026
  • Yet its allure has always extended beyond precision.
    Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 14 June 2026
Noun
  • After using the cream for over a month, my complexion has retained its radiance and stays hydrated longer.
    Irene Richardson, InStyle, 6 June 2026
  • Soleil Blanc delivers a golden sheen, whereas Soleil Neige offers a bit of silver, non glittery, radiance.
    Jenny Berg, Vogue, 27 May 2026
Noun
  • There’s the genteel loveliness of the oval gardens and just enough of a buffer between here and Oxford Street.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 May 2026
  • The overall loveliness of these scenes is encapsulated in the episode’s opening, which sees Egg waking up early to train his master’s horse to be tournament ready.
    Noel Murray, Vulture, 2 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • For example, check-in slowed by a cranky ankle was met with a surprise delivery of a bag of ice, while an inquiry into a local attraction was answered with immediate directions and a follow-up printout of the schedule.
    Carrie Bell, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
  • The two move to China City, a one-square-block attraction built from Hollywood film sets and surrounded by a miniature Great Wall.
    Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
Noun
  • Karmelo Anthony, the Texas man convicted of stabbing a star athlete to death at a high school track meet, is asking the court to appoint a free public defender for his appeal, despite his family raising more than a half million dollars in funds for his legal fees.
    Julia Bonavita , Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 11 June 2026
  • These slightly baggy jeans boast a flattering fit, while raw hems add to their casual appeal.
    Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026

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“Sublimity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sublimity. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.

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