as in amazement
the rapt attention and deep emotion caused by the sight of something extraordinary
was in awe of the sinewy Olympic runners
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Recent Examples of awe
Lacey Rose, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024
Macdonald doesn’t want us to be awed by history unfolding.
—Tim Grierson, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Anthony Fredericks, CNBC, 11 July 2025
To the frustration of his Italian editors, who wanted tales of German prowess, Malaparte grew increasingly in awe of the Red Army.
—Thomas Meaney, New Yorker, 2 July 2025
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Noun
Then cameras rolled, and Gascón was awed by Gomez’s ability to be present and humble.
—Lacey Rose, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024
Macdonald doesn’t want us to be awed by history unfolding.
—Tim Grierson, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Verb
That sense of awe can improve our well-being, contribute to a more positive attitude, and boost curiosity.
—Anthony Fredericks, CNBC, 11 July 2025
To the frustration of his Italian editors, who wanted tales of German prowess, Malaparte grew increasingly in awe of the Red Army.
—Thomas Meaney, New Yorker, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for awe
Noun
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Concerned, the owner instantly got ready to jump in after Zoro the dog, but to his amazement the puppy worked it out, paddling with ease to the side of the pool.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
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After 80 minutes of the highest highs and lowest lows, of falling in and out of love with life, of smelling the most sensual roses on the planet in a search for renewal, resurrection arrives in a blaze of amazement.—
Mark Swed,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2025
Verb
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Its steadfast dedication to its classic roots, combined with a fearless spirit of innovation, results in pieces that never fail to amaze.—
Tianwei Zhang,
Footwear News,
14 July 2025
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Red tint amazes skywatchers Smartphones not enough to capture moon's beauty What would a lunar eclipse look like if the earth was flat?—
Jenny Porter Tilley,
Louisville Courier Journal,
14 Mar. 2025
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Among many of those who worked alongside him at UEFA, there is astonishment at the way Infantino first seized power and quickly learned to embrace it.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
12 June 2025
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Others expressed astonishment that daily life still continues amid conflict.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 May 2025
Verb
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Seattle astounded housing advocates around the country in February 2025, when roughly two-thirds of voters approved a ballot initiative proposing a new 5% payroll tax on salaries in excess of US$1 million.—
Susanne Schindler,
The Conversation,
7 July 2025
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He's attended several protests over the years, but the crowd that gathered in Washington Park astounded him.—
Grace Tucker,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
5 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Others shared words of encouragement and admiration for Savage.—
Colson Thayer,
People.com,
22 July 2025
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Rock musician Paul Stanley of KISS, rapper and actor Ice T, and rock band Pixies all shared messages of admiration and grief.—
Kate Nalepinski,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 July 2025
Noun
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The setting for the show is the beauteous grounds of the Palace of Fine Arts, which has been tricked out to accommodate all sorts of interactive and balloon-based wonderment.—
Randy McMullen,
Mercury News,
1 May 2025
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During his latest mission, his third long-duration on the International Space Station, Pettit brought his brand of wonderment to the assignment.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
29 Apr. 2025
Verb
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AccuWeather’s chief meteorologist, Jonathan Porter, was dismayed to hear news later that all the children attending youth camps in Kerr County had not been ushered to higher ground despite those warnings.—
Jennifer Berry Hawes,
ProPublica,
11 July 2025
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The city’s business, good government and political leadership, especially those dismayed by the results of the mayoral primary, must unite in support of the inclusion of the nonpartisan elections proposal.—
Christian Browne,
New York Daily News,
7 July 2025
Noun
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As Tanna and Wash grow closer, the series highlights the joys and wonder of new love amid the most perilous obstacles.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
23 July 2025
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Stargazers hoping to explore the wonders of the night sky should read our guide to the top telescopes and binoculars available in 2025.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
22 July 2025
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“Awe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/awe. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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