Adonis

Example Sentences

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Until the 1990s, that is, when relentless tabloid coverage reinvented him as New York City’s Adonis.

From Salon • Feb. 12, 2026

For now, though, Mr. Skarsgård has embraced the obvious fact that he is an Adonis.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

The erratic spring weather disrupted some wildlife species including the rare Adonis blue butterfly.

From BBC • Dec. 26, 2024

His manager, Adonis Smith, had turned to the players in the dugout when Rintaro came to bat and said to admire the moment.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2024

He stood in the middle of the kitchen, the statue of Adonis again, staring abstractedly out the back windows.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer