as in sexy
sexually attractive
a nubile young starlet who seems to be in every romantic comedy
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Recent Examples of nubile
That includes the horror genre, which has typically been focused on terrorizing nubile youth.
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Dennis Harvey, Variety, 11 Mar. 2025
Michelle Randolph plays Ainsley Norris, Tommy’s 17-year-old nubile high school senior.
—Stephen Rodrick, Rolling Stone, 9 Mar. 2025
Their violent sibling rivalry and Baby Jane’s unhinged commitment to the vaudeville act that made her famous mirror the toxic bond between Moore’s Elisabeth and her nubile double, Sue (Margaret Qualley).
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 28 Feb. 2025
Enter the mysterious potion of the title, which allows Elisabeth to birth a younger, more nubile version of herself (Margaret Qualley).
—Melena Ryzik, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
Britney Spears will never not exist in the public imagination as a nubile teen in a schoolgirl kilt.
—Lauren Groff, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2024
That includes the horror genre, which has typically been focused on terrorizing nubile youth.
—Dennis Harvey, Variety, 11 Mar. 2025
Michelle Randolph plays Ainsley Norris, Tommy’s 17-year-old nubile high school senior.
—Stephen Rodrick, Rolling Stone, 9 Mar. 2025
Their violent sibling rivalry and Baby Jane’s unhinged commitment to the vaudeville act that made her famous mirror the toxic bond between Moore’s Elisabeth and her nubile double, Sue (Margaret Qualley).
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 28 Feb. 2025
Dennis Harvey, Variety, 11 Mar. 2025
Michelle Randolph plays Ainsley Norris, Tommy’s 17-year-old nubile high school senior.
—Stephen Rodrick, Rolling Stone, 9 Mar. 2025
Their violent sibling rivalry and Baby Jane’s unhinged commitment to the vaudeville act that made her famous mirror the toxic bond between Moore’s Elisabeth and her nubile double, Sue (Margaret Qualley).
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 28 Feb. 2025
Enter the mysterious potion of the title, which allows Elisabeth to birth a younger, more nubile version of herself (Margaret Qualley).
—Melena Ryzik, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
Britney Spears will never not exist in the public imagination as a nubile teen in a schoolgirl kilt.
—Lauren Groff, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2024
That includes the horror genre, which has typically been focused on terrorizing nubile youth.
—Dennis Harvey, Variety, 11 Mar. 2025
Michelle Randolph plays Ainsley Norris, Tommy’s 17-year-old nubile high school senior.
—Stephen Rodrick, Rolling Stone, 9 Mar. 2025
Their violent sibling rivalry and Baby Jane’s unhinged commitment to the vaudeville act that made her famous mirror the toxic bond between Moore’s Elisabeth and her nubile double, Sue (Margaret Qualley).
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 28 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nubile
Adjective
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This dress from Rumored might be the sexiest piece in my travel wardrobe.—
Sarah Boyd,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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There’s no question that chipping back solid, deep returns, or even short ones that bring an opponent to an awkward spot in the middle of the court, isn’t exactly the sexiest form of winning tennis.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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Lop off the tops and bottoms of giant heirloom tomatoes like Cherokee Purples or Red Zebras endowed with divine characteristics through fine lineage, including a gorgeous ugliness, striking Technicolors, patterns, and a seductive sweetness.—
Catharine Kaufman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 July 2025
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Its power rests in Benicio del Toro as the shady international businessman Anatole Korda, a sly, seductive operator who is trying to firm up his many enterprises and bequeath them to his daughter, Liesl, played marvelously by Mia Threapleton.—
Taylor Antrim,
Vogue,
21 July 2025
Adjective
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This gorgeous version from J.Crew features an intricate shell pattern that’s darling for beach getaways.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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Meanwhile, Andrew Garfield strapped on his trusty Omega De Ville Trésor, Bukayo Saka flexed in a gorgeous Patek Philippe Nautilus, Ncuti Gatwa showed off an elegant Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, and David Beckham did his duty in a one-of-a-kind Tudor watch.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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Nicky Hilton Rothschild poses with some beautiful flowers at the Net-a-Porter & Mr Porter Summer in the Hamptons Cocktail Party in Sagaponack, N.Y. on July 17.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
21 July 2025
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So whether your interest involves creating beautiful spaces, improving people's health, or something completely different, there's no reason not to explore its business potential.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
Adjective
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Peggy meets a handsome doctor from Newport whose family is less than enthusiastic about her career.—
Billie Melissa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 July 2025
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Right now, a wide variety of styles are available for a fraction of their original price, like these preppy Sperry Top-Sider Men’s Gold Cup Boat Shoe Loafers, $65 off, that are suited for sun, sand, and surf, but are handsome enough to wear out to dinner.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
18 July 2025
Adjective
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Playful and complex, just a lovely wine to enjoy with friends.—
Katie Kelly Bell,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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This week’s picks include a Park Slope two-bedroom with a pair of wood-burning fireplaces and a one-bedroom on Clinton Hill’s historic mansion row with a lovely triple-bay window.—
Matthew Sedacca,
Curbed,
22 July 2025
Adjective
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For my family, our go-to choice is always Lake Como with its breathtaking scenery, cute villages, and some of the country’s best luxury hotels in this little part of Northern Italy.—
Michelle Tchea,
Travel + Leisure,
19 July 2025
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Fortunately, Amazon is having a massive sale on cute linen clothes, and prices start at just $20.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
19 July 2025
Adjective
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Deep in the heart of Bakewell’s cobbled town square stands The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop, inside a charming 17th-century stone building, once owned by the Duke of Rutland.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Switching between her college days in 1999 and the present day, the novel tracks Cora’s pull to two men, charming Lincoln and sensitive Aaron.—
Maureen Lee Lenker Published,
EW.com,
15 July 2025
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“Nubile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nubile. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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