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as in marvel
something extraordinary or surprising
the cunningly crafted miniature of our house is a wonder, perfect in every detail
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as in amazement
the rapt attention and deep emotion caused by the sight of something extraordinary
when we first saw the pyramids of Egypt, we gazed with openmouthed wonder
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Recent Examples of wonder
There are also pink and lavender shades' that work wonders for brightening dark circles.
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Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 8 May 2025
The tour is always inspiring for gardeners and a wonder to see all the special effects the gardens hold.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 May 2025
The 15th-century Inca citadel is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of the new seven wonders of the world and the country’s most popular attraction.
—Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025
Now, the Conservancy, the dedicated nonprofit that has managed the park for decades, restoring its many wonders, can do the same for Wollman.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 7 May 2025
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Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 8 May 2025
The tour is always inspiring for gardeners and a wonder to see all the special effects the gardens hold.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 May 2025
The 15th-century Inca citadel is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of the new seven wonders of the world and the country’s most popular attraction.
—Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025
Now, the Conservancy, the dedicated nonprofit that has managed the park for decades, restoring its many wonders, can do the same for Wollman.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 7 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wonder
Noun
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This week's quiz highlights May marvels, hamburger history, lyrical legends — and more.—
Khloe Quill , Reem Amro,
FOXNews.com,
11 May 2025
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Just beyond the epic Castle Howard in rural North Yorkshire, about 200 miles north of London, stands the Silos, another architectural marvel that is a modern homage to the area’s agrarian past.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
6 May 2025
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To my amazement, the weight started falling off after the first few weeks.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 May 2025
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To my amazement, within a few weeks, Elizabeth had gotten into the habit of asking nicely instead of nagging.—
Debby Waldman,
Parents,
29 Apr. 2025
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When the Mets somehow won the World Series in 1969, people called it a miracle.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
5 May 2025
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In their minds, the miracle cure gets worse odds than lighting striking you while a meteor lands on your head.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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This article aims to challenge this prevailing sense of astonishment.—
David Chauvet,
JSTOR Daily,
26 Mar. 2025
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Breeding for More Than Just Color Mr. Baker could have supplied his customers with a flashy assortment of coleus ordered from wholesale sources, skipping years of effort (but missing all the astonishment).—
Margaret Roach,
New York Times,
25 Mar. 2025
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The last five years have shown that, even in a world where singles can become global phenomena nearly overnight, the star-building process remains stubbornly hard to accelerate.—
Elias Leight,
Billboard,
16 May 2025
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Under Lee’s guidance, many of SM Entertainment’s earlier artists like H.O.T. (widely considered to be the first K-pop idol group), TVXQ!, BoA and Super Junior popularized K-pop in overseas markets and laid the foundations for K-pop to grow into a global phenomenon.—
Regina Kim,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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During his latest mission, his third long-duration on the International Space Station, Pettit brought his brand of wonderment to the assignment.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
29 Apr. 2025
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The point is to preserve the sense of wonderment that children have.—
Farah Nayeri,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2025
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Kody shared with Robyn, 46, and his children the origins of his name, which was inspired by his father's admiration for Buffalo Bill, a.k.a.—
Dory Jackson,
People.com,
12 May 2025
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And the moment instantly sparked playful reactions and admiration across the internet.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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“Wonder.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wonder. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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