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as in cheerful
having or showing a good mood or disposition
she was a bright, winsome gamine who could draw a smile out of anyone
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as in charming
likely or intended to win one's affection
in her new role, the actress again displays the winsome charm that has made her an audience favorite
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as in adorable
having qualities that tend to make one loved
an actress who specialized in playing winsome ingenues in romantic comedies
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Recent Examples of winsome
That track is one example of how Lisa shines brightest in the moments when her sturdy, yet winsome singing takes center stage.
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Maura Johnston, Rolling Stone, 27 Feb. 2025
At a moment when the atomization of interpersonal relationships is at the forefront of public discussion, Brennan’s winsome, melancholy-streaked portraits of city life hold particular resonance.
—Rhian Sasseen, The Atlantic, 24 Feb. 2025
Image Image The advanced normcore case landed strongest at the showroom of Carter Altman, a winsome 26-year-old Detroit native working in London who designs under the name Carter Young.
—Jacob Gallagher, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
The Ferrari Mondial uses the same layout as the Evora, and while opinions on the Italian’s styling are, to put it nicely, mixed, not many complain about the Lotus’ winsome lines and curvy good looks.
—Jeremy Korzeniewski, Robb Report, 19 Dec. 2024
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Maura Johnston, Rolling Stone, 27 Feb. 2025
At a moment when the atomization of interpersonal relationships is at the forefront of public discussion, Brennan’s winsome, melancholy-streaked portraits of city life hold particular resonance.
—Rhian Sasseen, The Atlantic, 24 Feb. 2025
Image Image The advanced normcore case landed strongest at the showroom of Carter Altman, a winsome 26-year-old Detroit native working in London who designs under the name Carter Young.
—Jacob Gallagher, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
The Ferrari Mondial uses the same layout as the Evora, and while opinions on the Italian’s styling are, to put it nicely, mixed, not many complain about the Lotus’ winsome lines and curvy good looks.
—Jeremy Korzeniewski, Robb Report, 19 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for winsome
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Plus, their cheerful blooms and tall stems ensure these flowers will be a striking addition to any landscape.—
Renee Freemon Mulvihill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Mar. 2025
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Madison Small Satchel Add a pop of color to your spring apparel with this cheerful yellow bag.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2025
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Offstage, Summer lives in the Dallas Fort Worth area, sharing her home with her supportive husband, their charming daughter, her quirky brother, and her canine companions, Cricket, Loki, Adie and chinchilla, Princess Fluffy Pants.—
Hilary Tetenbaum,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2025
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But behind the chocolate chips and charming branding was a visionary who defied the traditional mold of Black masculinity, one homemade batch at a time.—
Jasmine Browley,
Essence,
9 Apr. 2025
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Look forward to playtime with the adorable animals (the kittens are adoptable), along with social media-worthy photo activations, healthy bites from Vale, matcha lattes and coffee.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
16 Apr. 2025
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Case in point: These adorable Papillio by Birkenstock sandals, 41 percent off, provide an extra inch of height but still have the same comfy cork footbed the brand is known for.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Apr. 2025
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Murillo remains one of the brightest defensive talents in Europe.—
Paul Taylor,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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An off-white maxi dress covered in black poppies, their graphic petals bloomed open and surrounded by pops of bright red berries.—
Susannah Cahalan,
Vogue,
14 Apr. 2025
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The essentials of the Frick’s renovation involve the big things dear to institutions and their architects: a near-doubling of space, an expansive shop, and a Danny Meyer café.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2025
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Spring is here, dear Wilder, and there are so many beautiful places where that’s apparent.—
Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Apr. 2025
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Poston is optimistic about the bill going into the House and said there’s an opportunity to inform lawmakers on how big of an impact this package will have on Texas.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Apr. 2025
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Choosing to remain optimistic about the value of individual contributions is not naïve, but a deliberate act of defiance.—
Lauren Stienstra,
Time,
17 Apr. 2025
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A bit sweet from sugar, a bit acidic from vinegar, a bit spicy from hot sauce, and rounded out with neutral oil, this homemade vinaigrette recipe is the perfect all-purpose salad dressing.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2025
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Sarah Howlett, a mom of tween twins in Boulder, Colorado Lies that End Up Bringing Lasting Joy Finally, sometimes lies end up being enriching and unexpectedly sweet.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
14 Apr. 2025
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Order a drink, admire the master carpentry, and unwind with views of the beautiful garden.—
Christina Liao,
Vogue,
15 Apr. 2025
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The lead grew to 3-1 at 1:57 of the third with one of the most beautiful goals of the season.—
Aaron Portzline,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Winsome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/winsome. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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