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breathtaking

[breth-tey-king] / ˈbrɛθˌteɪ kɪŋ /


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Brilliant blue and white stars sparkle against glowing crimson clouds of hydrogen gas, creating a breathtaking scene that resembles fireworks shining through drifting smoke.

From Science Daily Jul. 5, 2026

In search of cooler mountain air — she had previously lived in hot coastal areas — Ramesch was drawn to the breathtaking cloud forest of El Valle de Anton.

From MarketWatch Jun. 30, 2026

There was also a replica of Maui's 6m-long hook alongside a "breathtaking re-creation" of Moana's canoe.

From BBC Jun. 30, 2026

But from the eighth floor the Center affords breathtaking views of Chicago’s glorious downtown and Lake Michigan.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 17, 2026

The beauty was breathtaking, the lake absolutely still.

From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols




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