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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 open-mouthed wonder
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Recent Examples of wonder
Peppermint Tea Peppermint tea is a calming classic that can work wonders for your gut.
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Lauren Manaker Ms, Health, 4 Mar. 2026
One of the eight wonders of Kansas lies 650 feet underground in Hutchinson, the only salt mine in the United States that operates an underground museum open to tourists.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2026
Perfect for the birthdays or any celebration, these gifts capture the wonder and nostalgia that only Disney can deliver.
—ABC News, 4 Mar. 2026
In addition to its many natural wonders, the state is also a cultural destination where visitors can learn about its Native peoples.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
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Lauren Manaker Ms, Health, 4 Mar. 2026
One of the eight wonders of Kansas lies 650 feet underground in Hutchinson, the only salt mine in the United States that operates an underground museum open to tourists.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2026
Perfect for the birthdays or any celebration, these gifts capture the wonder and nostalgia that only Disney can deliver.
—ABC News, 4 Mar. 2026
In addition to its many natural wonders, the state is also a cultural destination where visitors can learn about its Native peoples.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wonder
Noun
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Now under fourth-generation owner Brian Shapiro, the downtown staple draws regular lunch crowds with signature soups, a wide dessert selection and massive sandwiches whose structural integrity is a marvel of modern engineering.—
Bradley Hohulin,
IndyStar,
6 Mar. 2026
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Speaking of looking back, Hosmer naturally will have in his arsenal plenty of that — including his ongoing friendship with Salvador Perez, a frequent source of marvel on a group chat from those 2014 and 2015 teams.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
6 Mar. 2026
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Fans and celebrities shared their amazement in a video shared by the show on Instagram.—
Ryan Brennan
March 3,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Mar. 2026
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Vokietaitis even managed to draw a foul call on the opening tip, much to the amazement of Miller and his team.—
Thomas Jones,
Austin American Statesman,
28 Feb. 2026
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Cleaning professional Claudia Meneses says that using white vinegar with a bit of water works real miracles on most shiny surfaces, including windows, chrome fixtures, and mirrors.—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
7 Mar. 2026
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Instead, Conger finds that what’s regarded as totally transformative technology is often getting trotted out as a ruse for cuts to bloated workforces that had to happen anyway, or as a wager on the miracles to come.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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To my astonishment, the classic poem became one of the most mind-expanding literary experiences of my life.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
4 Mar. 2026
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Williams played to an adoring crowd at Austin's Westwood Country Club in two matches at the ATX Open this past week and left players and fans alike in astonishment at her ability to still bang with some of the best young players in the game.—
Cedric Golden,
Austin American Statesman,
1 Mar. 2026
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What begins as a breakdown becomes a broadcast phenomenon.—
Cincinnati Enquirer,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Mar. 2026
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In the lab setting, various atmospheric variables can be precisely manipulated to closely understand the phenomenon.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Sophie’s wonderment at the ornate environment catches Benedict’s attention.—
Olivia Singh,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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The American people this morning, George, are scratching their heads in wonderment and in fear of what the president has proposed.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 Jan. 2026
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In the 1992 letter, Howard explicitly expressed admiration for Nazi Germany.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Mar. 2026
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That Vladimir never deserves M’s admiration is beside the point.—
Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Wonder.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wonder. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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