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
For a day trip, casually head to one of the world’s natural wonders, only 18 miles away, to Yellowstone National Park.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 June 2026
My polite humbleness had worked wonders.
—Literary Hub, 15 June 2026
There’s the German traveling in the opposite direction from Atlanta who could not get over the wonders of the hospitable South, from Stone Mountain to Buc-ees.
—Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
Many people rave about the health benefits and culinary uses of apple cider vinegar, but this pantry staple can work wonders in the garden, too.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 June 2026
Watch your grill do wonders with your watermelon thanks to this easy recipe.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 15 June 2026
June's new moon is finally upon us, bringing with it a handful of precious dark nights in which to explore the wonders of the starry sky, before the familiar sight of the waxing lunar crescent returns to hide fainter targets from view.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 14 June 2026
Devall says a simple plastic drape placed beneath the woman can work wonders.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 12 June 2026
Iceland is a peaceful paradise with natural wonders such as volcanoes and geothermal spas for restorative alone time.
—Elizabeth Preske, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 June 2026
My polite humbleness had worked wonders.
—Literary Hub, 15 June 2026
There’s the German traveling in the opposite direction from Atlanta who could not get over the wonders of the hospitable South, from Stone Mountain to Buc-ees.
—Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
Many people rave about the health benefits and culinary uses of apple cider vinegar, but this pantry staple can work wonders in the garden, too.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 June 2026
Watch your grill do wonders with your watermelon thanks to this easy recipe.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 15 June 2026
June's new moon is finally upon us, bringing with it a handful of precious dark nights in which to explore the wonders of the starry sky, before the familiar sight of the waxing lunar crescent returns to hide fainter targets from view.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 14 June 2026
Devall says a simple plastic drape placed beneath the woman can work wonders.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 12 June 2026
Iceland is a peaceful paradise with natural wonders such as volcanoes and geothermal spas for restorative alone time.
—Elizabeth Preske, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wonders
Noun
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Today's armies are logistical marvels, with each combat platoon representing the sharp tip of a very long supply spear.—
David Szondy
June 03,
New Atlas,
3 June 2026
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It was likely produced between the early 1940s and ‘50s, according to the watchmaker, and follows in the design footsteps of architectural marvels such as the Empire State Building and Rockefeller Center.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
1 June 2026
Noun
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The Probability of Miracles follows Campbell Cooper (Collazo), an acerbic teenager dying of cancer who, after receiving a terminal diagnosis, moves with her mom and younger sister to the town of Promise, where miracles are said to happen.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
9 June 2026
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Staff and residents had brought their own ideas, shaping a space that would preserve the everyday miracles of Black life.—
Camille Borders,
The Atlantic,
3 June 2026
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“Wonders.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wonders. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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