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as in marvel
something extraordinary or surprising
the cunningly crafted miniature of our house is a wonder, perfect in every detail
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as in amazement
the rapt attention and deep emotion caused by the sight of something extraordinary
when we first saw the pyramids of Egypt, we gazed with open-mouthed wonder
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Recent Examples of wonder
Space may be our next, and wonder is the bridge between them.
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Melissa Jun Rowley, Rolling Stone, 17 July 2025
That coaching worked similar wonders for Barczi’s older brother, Christian, who played at Valparaiso for four seasons.
—Sam Brief, Chicago Tribune, 15 July 2025
Hailing from the Midwest, Wright is known for reinventing middle-class homes with a more organic look and function in the early 20th century, creating architectural wonders spanning the country that embody their environment in fantastical ways.
—Kylie Martin, Freep.com, 15 July 2025
These woven wonders are sure to spark a little joy in your accessories closet—with just the right dose of seasonal cheer.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 11 July 2025
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Melissa Jun Rowley, Rolling Stone, 17 July 2025
That coaching worked similar wonders for Barczi’s older brother, Christian, who played at Valparaiso for four seasons.
—Sam Brief, Chicago Tribune, 15 July 2025
Hailing from the Midwest, Wright is known for reinventing middle-class homes with a more organic look and function in the early 20th century, creating architectural wonders spanning the country that embody their environment in fantastical ways.
—Kylie Martin, Freep.com, 15 July 2025
These woven wonders are sure to spark a little joy in your accessories closet—with just the right dose of seasonal cheer.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wonder
Noun
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Costa Rica is an ecological marvel with jungles, rainforests, and active volcanoes, and people from all over the world come here for yoga or surfing retreats.—
Jennifer Leigh Parker,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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The home itself is a marvel of Italian architecture and features five bedrooms, five bathrooms, high ceilings, a one bedroom guest house and so much more.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
10 July 2025
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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
Noun
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But that might require a minor calcio miracle, with Laurienté reportedly travelling to Portugal to undergo his medical for the Black Cats.—
David Ferrini,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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The third step would be for a pope to recognize as valid a second miracle.—
Maya Bell,
jsonline.com,
18 July 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
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To be sure, debates around contestants on competition shows is not a new phenomenon.—
Taylor Crumpton,
Time,
13 July 2025
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Swimming with these gentle giants is a seasonal phenomenon that travelers will need to plan for.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
12 July 2025
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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
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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
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Others shared words of encouragement and admiration for Savage.—
Colson Thayer,
People.com,
22 July 2025
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“Wonder.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wonder. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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