as in handsome
very pleasing to look at
she's a good-looking woman, regardless of her age
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Recent Examples of good-looking
Pretty privilege — the idea that attractive people reap unearned benefits due to their appearance — affects finances, with conventionally good-looking people earning thousands of dollars more annually than their less conventionally attractive counterparts.
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Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 29 Jan. 2025
The iconic show about the antics of two good-looking Southern cousins in the rural South made actor John Schneider (and co-star Tom Wopat) stars and teenage heartthrobs.
—Lauren Green, Fox News, 22 Jan. 2025
Anyone else is likely to emerge unharmed, if a little bewildered that these good-looking but skin-deep figures merited feature treatment.
—Dennis Harvey, Variety, 22 Jan. 2025
Many of the younger actors are good-looking in a generic sort of way.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 17 Jan. 2025
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Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 29 Jan. 2025
The iconic show about the antics of two good-looking Southern cousins in the rural South made actor John Schneider (and co-star Tom Wopat) stars and teenage heartthrobs.
—Lauren Green, Fox News, 22 Jan. 2025
Anyone else is likely to emerge unharmed, if a little bewildered that these good-looking but skin-deep figures merited feature treatment.
—Dennis Harvey, Variety, 22 Jan. 2025
Many of the younger actors are good-looking in a generic sort of way.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 17 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for good-looking
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The case coincides with suspicious activity occurring near the border where Bernadette Manuelito (Jessica Matten) — who used to work for the Navajo Tribal Police with Chee and Leaphorn and had a relationship with Chee — now gets drawn to cocky and handsome border agent Ivan Muños (Alex Meraz).—
Randy Myers,
The Mercury News,
7 Mar. 2025
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The Farm’s Cottages And Meals The results are rustic but refined, handsome and restful, created from broad beams of repurposed wood and black and white panels of palm trees with extremely comfortable beds and front decks for lazing.—
Laurie Werner,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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Vanderbilt University's sprawling 340-acre campus ranks among the most beautiful college footprints in the country, according to a new review from Condé Nast Traveler.—
Adam Tamburin,
Axios,
27 Feb. 2025
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While some critics find Brutalism’s heavy look and utilitarian use of materials like concrete, brick and glass harsh – even ugly – there is a beautiful intent behind them.—
Michael Allen,
The Conversation,
27 Feb. 2025
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The potential for cuts in Medicaid, the joint federal-state program that helps lower income people obtain health care, is a particularly attractive target for Democrats.—
David Lightman,
Sacramento Bee,
4 Mar. 2025
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And Malik Nabers is an attractive No. 1 receiver target.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
4 Mar. 2025
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Within its pages is a lovely story of the neverending struggle between security and new technology that provides a useful backdrop to current events: in particular, the Chinese hacking of the American telecommunications infrastructure.—
David G.W. Birch,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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The set features a lovely pattern of yellow and teal flowers with deep sage green leaves and detailing around the edge.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2025
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In December 2024, the brand opened a cute hut that could have been plucked out of a Disney cartoon on the beach of the St. Regis Kanai Resort in Riviera Maya.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
WWD,
9 Mar. 2025
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Okay, but how cute is Meghan’s dog, Guy? Love him!!!!—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
7 Mar. 2025
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The 10-track album is full of gorgeous harmonies and fun, saucy funk (check the title track) that will absolutely inspire some ass-shaking, but which also feels mature and deeply considered.—
Katie Bain,
Billboard,
7 Mar. 2025
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The town is also home to several gorgeous natural preserves, a vibrant historic downtown with a shockingly robust art scene, and plenty of write-home-about dining and lodging options.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2025
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Transferring everyday items from their bulky, visually stimulating packaging into pretty containers is one way to organize your home while maintaining your design style.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Mar. 2025
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Planting in the wrong season won't lead to pretty blooms.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2025
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The young and fresh tailoring was worth noting, too, as on a charming navy blue double breasted blazer with two rows of delicate gold buttons.—
Booth Moore,
WWD,
8 Mar. 2025
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References range from the charming portholes and heavy-duty mahogany used in 1930s vessels to the low profile of ’80s-era superyachts.—
Julie Belcove,
Robb Report,
8 Mar. 2025
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“Good-looking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/good-looking. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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