as in appeal
a special quality that makes a person or thing interesting or exciting
There's a certain mystique to mountain climbing. No one has been able to copy the legendary singer's mystique.
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Recent Examples of mystique
Cloaking the screen in moody chiaroscuro, Gomes finds mystique in Edward’s stoicism and poetry in Molly’s heartbreak.
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Natalia Winkelman, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
That line also segues into a spidery electric piano solo that evokes the Seventies mystique of Chick Corea’s band Return to Forever.
—Ernesto Lechner, Rolling Stone, 19 Mar. 2025
Her untimely death only cemented her mystique — a fact of celebrity culture that Fudge understands well.
—Nancy Kruh, People.com, 12 Apr. 2025
In this scenario, the most likely outcome would involve Punk pinning Seth Rollins, providing a decisive conclusion to their ongoing feud with a clear pinfall victory, while strategically preserving Roman Reigns' aura of dominance and mystique by avoiding a direct pinfall loss to Punk.
—David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Apr. 2025
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Natalia Winkelman, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
That line also segues into a spidery electric piano solo that evokes the Seventies mystique of Chick Corea’s band Return to Forever.
—Ernesto Lechner, Rolling Stone, 19 Mar. 2025
Her untimely death only cemented her mystique — a fact of celebrity culture that Fudge understands well.
—Nancy Kruh, People.com, 12 Apr. 2025
In this scenario, the most likely outcome would involve Punk pinning Seth Rollins, providing a decisive conclusion to their ongoing feud with a clear pinfall victory, while strategically preserving Roman Reigns' aura of dominance and mystique by avoiding a direct pinfall loss to Punk.
—David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mystique
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The mass appeal from those cost savings helped catapult them from companies no one had heard of to being wildly popular and among the fastest growing online retailers.—
Emily Feng,
NPR,
2 May 2025
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Otto Preminger’s 1958 adaptation, pairing the then-scandalous story with a luminous Jean Seberg, Deborah Kerr and David Niven — plus an experimental use of both Technicolor and monochrome — only burnished its appeal, inspiring the French New Wave to boot.—
Robert Abele,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2025
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From the bustling city streets of urban centers to the quiet charm of rural communities, the tour will amplify voices that might otherwise go unheard, showcasing everything from beloved local traditions to the challenges and triumphs that shape each town’s identity.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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The collection draws from East Coast tradition and California charm—namely Orange Hill Farm, his new country home in Ojai, California.—
India Roby,
Architectural Digest,
2 May 2025
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The pair, who are reportedly collaborating on a project, have been spotted together in London on several occasions over the past few months, fueling rumors of a potential romance.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
4 May 2025
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The film’s costume designer, a renowned Japanese art director and designer, had an otherworldly ability to tell stories of horror, romance, and violence through wardrobe alone.—
James Factora,
Them.,
2 May 2025
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This cocktail, found at the Monarch Rooftop & Indoor Lounge in New York City, is perfect for adding glamour to a Kentucky Derby viewing party.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Sea salt sprays lend to instant movement and light hold for your hair—no heat required, for deliberately undone glamour.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
1 May 2025
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Active Time: 15 mins Total Time: 2 hrs 40 mins Servings: 12 Bring the fruity aroma and deeply comforting flavors of a classic banana bread to a new dessert, banana bread brownies.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
2 May 2025
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No artisan pizza could compare to the taste, the aroma, the texture, of pasta sauce on Wonder Bread.—
Robert Klose,
Christian Science Monitor,
1 May 2025
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The fine granules will dissolve in the dough and impart subtle mocha notes, adding a deeper, more complex flavor to your cookies.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
3 May 2025
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Home cooks can add more vegetables, such as carrots, or fruits, such as apples, to enhance the flavor of sauerkraut.—
Amber J. Tresca,
Verywell Health,
2 May 2025
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There was a businesslike aura about a team known for their bravado — no shouting, no taunting or joking.—
Kelly Iko,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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The gray metallic fixturing in the denim area projects a youthful aura, and there are oversize mirrors, 8.8 feet by 5 feet, for head-to-toe viewing.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
1 May 2025
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Men’s Pro Doubles Recap US Open bronze medalists and shock APP singles finalist Bhatia couldn’t continue his Naples magic with partner Mehta on tour, losing in the 16s to the unstoppable top seeds Will Howells & Jack Munro.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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Opponents are figuring out how neutralize Miami by denying Messi and his attacking partners space to work their magic and outracing Miami players in transition.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
11 May 2025
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“Mystique.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mystique. Accessed 16 May. 2025.
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