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

In between Coogler projects, Jordan starred in “Just Mercy” as real-life death row attorney Bryan Stevenson and directed “Creed III,” reprising his role as Adonis “Donnie” Creed.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 22, 2025

Marcus Lewis-Roper opened MLR Adonis Barbers in Bridgnorth seven weeks ago, and will work longer hours - from 09:00 to 21:00 GMT - on 22 December, offering the service to those who need it.

From BBC • Nov. 21, 2025

She kissed him, but Adonis knew not that she kissed him as he died.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton