as in beautiful
having a tall and pleasing form like that of a statue
a statuesque young woman His statuesque physique makes him a natural for modeling.
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Recent Examples of statuesque
Of late, the current team can only demonstrate slow, statuesque and stifling soccer.
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Ben Church, CNN, 28 Oct. 2024
Christine Baranski was opera-perfection in white opera gloves and an equally statuesque white gown.
—Leigh Nordstrom, WWD, 24 Sep. 2024
Contrary to popular belief, even with her statuesque physique and Calvin Klein campaigns, Elba was never a professional model.
—Akili King, Essence, 6 Sep. 2024
TikTok influencer Nara Smith sat statuesque and proud as model husband Lucky Blue Smith looked dapper on the runway in a navy jacket, shirt and tie, cream pants and velvet loafers.
—Anika Reed, USA TODAY, 6 Sep. 2024
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Ben Church, CNN, 28 Oct. 2024
Christine Baranski was opera-perfection in white opera gloves and an equally statuesque white gown.
—Leigh Nordstrom, WWD, 24 Sep. 2024
Contrary to popular belief, even with her statuesque physique and Calvin Klein campaigns, Elba was never a professional model.
—Akili King, Essence, 6 Sep. 2024
TikTok influencer Nara Smith sat statuesque and proud as model husband Lucky Blue Smith looked dapper on the runway in a navy jacket, shirt and tie, cream pants and velvet loafers.
—Anika Reed, USA TODAY, 6 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for statuesque
Adjective
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And Billie Eilish gave a beautiful tribute to her hometown, Los Angeles.—
Stephanie McNeal,
Glamour,
3 Feb. 2025
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The concerto is an image of a beautiful world disintegrating.—
Alex Ross,
The New Yorker,
3 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The plans, handsome blueprints, were spread out on the table and as Recorder Welch read the specifications, Mr. Morgan made the necessary explanations.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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This is a classic movie problem, the kind of too-neat hangup that has to be vaulted over on the way toward happily ever after — so, naturally, Ally has a classic meet-cute at a coffee shop with a handsome stranger named Jay (Mason Gooding) whose issue line up perfectly with hers.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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This gorgeous 1935 convertible is a big reason why.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
11 Feb. 2025
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Fluid performance, gorgeous and vibrant displays, and advanced multitasking software, this phone's got them!—
Shubham Yewale,
PCMAG,
11 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Or the glistening corset bodice with superb detailing.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
8 Feb. 2025
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All three are superb and make the love triangle feel both authentic and appealing.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
5 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Cocktail hour began at 5, hosted by Aunt Catherine in the guest villa’s lovely stone courtyard.—
Brenton Blanchet,
People.com,
3 Feb. 2025
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Instead of giving us the traditional lineup of speeches, Fogelman makes the lovely choice to depict the funeral in an elliptical montage with most of the family’s reflection taking the form of flashbacks.—
Tanya Melendez,
EW.com,
2 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Tucked away on the stunning Preá Beach, famous for its vibrant kitesurfing scene, Terra dos Ventos is the most expensive property ever listed for sale in the area—and just so happens to be entirely powered by solar panels.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
11 Feb. 2025
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Both Central American countries are home to incredible biodiversity, offering both wild jungles and stunning beaches.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Interior Designers Storie Collective Functional and elegant, this spacious family kitchen by Storie Collective features a large island and gorgeous stone aplenty.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
5 Feb. 2025
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This sheer fragrance is the perfume equivalent of a crisp white button-down—refined, elegant, and understated (and works well both on its own or layered).—
Emily Orofino,
Vogue,
4 Feb. 2025
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But, at present, even that does not look especially attractive.—
Matt Woosnam,
The Athletic,
8 Feb. 2025
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Normally, this would be when a rom-com manufactures some reason why these two attractive people can’t be together, but Heart Eyes has the advantage of also being a horror story about a serial killer who’s decided to make Seattle their latest hunting ground for couples.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Statuesque.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/statuesque. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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