as in marvels
something extraordinary or surprising
the cunningly crafted miniature of our house is a wonder, perfect in every detail
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Recent Examples of wonders
In fact, our parent tester of 2 and 4 year olds revealed that a little soap and water works wonders on most surfaces.
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Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
The Guardians’ pitching plan worked wonders for the first six innings.
—Zack Meisel, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Children’s Museum, both of which invite you to explore the natural world through fun programming while taking a closer look at the area's natural wonders.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2025
As someone who worked his way up from unloading trucks in the warehouse to eventually landing in the C-suite, McMillon embodies how staying dedicated to one employer can work wonders for aspiring leaders—in contrast to job-hopping in search of potential pay gains.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2025
In honor of Kentucky’s state parks and natural wonders, New Era Whiskey Company is donating $3,000 to the Team Kentucky Storm Relief Fund.
—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 1 Oct. 2025
The grandeur of one of America's most unforgettable natural wonders remains accessible, even as a government shutdown threatened its closure.
—Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 1 Oct. 2025
These traditional beauty and wellness wonders are a one-of-a-kind destination for deep relaxation.
—Essence, 26 Sep. 2025
Climb the 207 steps from Lakeshore Drive all the way up to Arch Rock, and stop in the new Milliken Nature Center to learn more about the island’s fascinating geological wonders and its very formation.
—Christine Chitnis, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025
Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
The Guardians’ pitching plan worked wonders for the first six innings.
—Zack Meisel, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Children’s Museum, both of which invite you to explore the natural world through fun programming while taking a closer look at the area's natural wonders.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2025
As someone who worked his way up from unloading trucks in the warehouse to eventually landing in the C-suite, McMillon embodies how staying dedicated to one employer can work wonders for aspiring leaders—in contrast to job-hopping in search of potential pay gains.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2025
In honor of Kentucky’s state parks and natural wonders, New Era Whiskey Company is donating $3,000 to the Team Kentucky Storm Relief Fund.
—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 1 Oct. 2025
The grandeur of one of America's most unforgettable natural wonders remains accessible, even as a government shutdown threatened its closure.
—Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 1 Oct. 2025
These traditional beauty and wellness wonders are a one-of-a-kind destination for deep relaxation.
—Essence, 26 Sep. 2025
Climb the 207 steps from Lakeshore Drive all the way up to Arch Rock, and stop in the new Milliken Nature Center to learn more about the island’s fascinating geological wonders and its very formation.
—Christine Chitnis, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wonders
Noun
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Bridges have always been one of the most awe-inspiring marvels of engineering.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
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Even within genre parameters, the director never takes the road well-traveled, offering jolts and marvels around every corner.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Believing miracles can happen is how Tony Arenas has approached his life-threatening medical challenges.—
Cathy Kozlowicz,
jsonline.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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Not only that, Liverpool’s second summer transfer window under him was riotous (unprecedented, really, for the club and the Premier League), rendering miracles unnecessary.—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Wonders.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wonders. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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