breathtaking
adjective
breath·tak·ing
ˈbreth-ˌtā-kiŋ 
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b
: very great : astonishing
his breathtaking ignorance
Synonyms
Examples of breathtaking in a Sentence
The train raced past with breathtaking speed.
They gave a breathtaking performance.
The view of the mountains was breathtaking.
a scene of breathtaking beauty
The scope of the error is breathtaking.
Recent Examples on the Web
The lavish dinner was held in a vast salon, set up with a breathtaking décor by Cordélia de Castellane, Dior Maison’s artistic director; guests marveled at her wondrous tablescapes, where mirror centerpieces were embellished with exquisite flower arrangements.
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Tiziana Cardini, Vogue, 22 Apr. 2024
Football, sweet tea, and breathtaking storms probably top the list.
—Sharon Brandwein, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2024
Now, researchers have discovered new evidence to support the idea that the breathtaking purple, pink and orange orb was born from a violent past.
—Christian Thorsberg, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 Apr. 2024
Spring entertaining shouldn’t be drab; add some breathtaking floral tablescapes to wow your guests.
—Essence, 18 Apr. 2024
The world of October 6th has presented us with the breathtaking possibility of normalization between the two countries.
—Gadi Ezra, TIME, 15 Apr. 2024
In addition to the main home, there’s also a 3,500-square-foot guesthouse that’s currently being used by the ranch’s full-time gatekeeper, as well as a workshop, six-car garage, and of course, those breathtaking grounds with endless recreational opportunities.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2024
Practicality blends with stunning finishes as the homes offer main level living with soaring ceilings, breathtaking lines, beautiful kitchens, indoor and outdoor entertaining areas, and palatial primary bathroom ensuites.
—Prime Development, Kansas City Star, 14 Apr. 2024
The camera then pans out to reveal the breathtaking location — a 663-foot sinkhole known as Dean’s Blue Hole in the Bahamas — where the actor has been learning to build a tolerance to carbon dioxide as part of his training.
—Natalia Senanayake, Peoplemag, 11 Apr. 2024
Tiziana Cardini, Vogue, 22 Apr. 2024
Football, sweet tea, and breathtaking storms probably top the list.
—Sharon Brandwein, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2024
Now, researchers have discovered new evidence to support the idea that the breathtaking purple, pink and orange orb was born from a violent past.
—Christian Thorsberg, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 Apr. 2024
Spring entertaining shouldn’t be drab; add some breathtaking floral tablescapes to wow your guests.
—Essence, 18 Apr. 2024
The world of October 6th has presented us with the breathtaking possibility of normalization between the two countries.
—Gadi Ezra, TIME, 15 Apr. 2024
In addition to the main home, there’s also a 3,500-square-foot guesthouse that’s currently being used by the ranch’s full-time gatekeeper, as well as a workshop, six-car garage, and of course, those breathtaking grounds with endless recreational opportunities.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2024
Practicality blends with stunning finishes as the homes offer main level living with soaring ceilings, breathtaking lines, beautiful kitchens, indoor and outdoor entertaining areas, and palatial primary bathroom ensuites.
—Prime Development, Kansas City Star, 14 Apr. 2024
The camera then pans out to reveal the breathtaking location — a 663-foot sinkhole known as Dean’s Blue Hole in the Bahamas — where the actor has been learning to build a tolerance to carbon dioxide as part of his training.
—Natalia Senanayake, Peoplemag, 11 Apr. 2024
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“Breathtaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breathtaking. Accessed 26 Apr. 2024.
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breath·tak·ing
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