as in handsome
very pleasing to look at
she's a good-looking woman, regardless of her age
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Recent Examples of good-looking
The erudite Lookingglass, which featured famously good-looking actors and looked to such influences as the Pilobolus dance company and Cirque du Soleil, added a crucial third leg to the city’s cultural stool.
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Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
Consumers now want more than good-looking locks.
—Kamal Ahmed, Fortune, 19 Feb. 2026
On paper, the volatile, unpredictable, ethereally good-looking Tom Hardy would seem like a great choice for Heathcliff.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 16 Feb. 2026
The system gave us some good-looking games, too, in the first round Wednesday.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 10 Feb. 2026
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Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
Consumers now want more than good-looking locks.
—Kamal Ahmed, Fortune, 19 Feb. 2026
On paper, the volatile, unpredictable, ethereally good-looking Tom Hardy would seem like a great choice for Heathcliff.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 16 Feb. 2026
The system gave us some good-looking games, too, in the first round Wednesday.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 10 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for good-looking
Recent Examples of Synonyms for good-looking
Adjective
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Alas, most perennials and biennials will develop into handsome plants this year if started by seed, but few will blossom before next year.—
Henry Homeyer,
The Providence Journal,
13 Mar. 2026
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James was six years older than Trish, adventurous and handsome, their parents’ favorite.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The interiors are curated to perfection, with vintage objects and beautiful antiques filling the space.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
19 Mar. 2026
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Right now, some of the best spots to catch beautiful bluebonnet displays are around Brenham, Ennis, and the Hill Country.—
Newsroom Meteorologist,
Austin American Statesman,
19 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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What Jack doesn’t bet on is the re-emergence of Wendy’s toxic ex-boyfriend Chuck (Cory Michael Smith), a small-time pilot who isn’t made any less attractive for the fact that his life is in shambles.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
14 Mar. 2026
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Despite those attractive traits, UPFs have been linked to cancer, obesity, cardiovascular disease, depression, and even low muscle mass.—
Marisa McMillan,
Outside,
14 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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There’s a lovely, gentle soapy smell throughout the hotel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
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Although the focus is on architecture, many of the homes in the landmark district have lovely landscaped backyards that guests are welcome to visit and admire.—
Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Though when he’s finally seen in full evil flight, the actor is arguably allowed to wax a little too cute about it.—
Dennis Harvey,
Variety,
14 Mar. 2026
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Place them in a cute Weck jar and have a little pickle fork handy.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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But the Falcons answered with six consecutive points, including a gorgeous 3-point play by Banks-Thomas.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
14 Mar. 2026
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Other finds include a gorgeous wine decanter for $70 that helps aerate wine, plus cozy throw pillows for just $33.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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But David Pastrnak responded with his second goal of the game on a pretty play off the rush.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
17 Mar. 2026
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Nuptials—both real and cinematic—aside, The Drama press tour has given Zendaya the opportunity to enjoy some of her prettiest and most youthful looks in recent years.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
17 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The worship of greatness leads, at best, to disillusionment and, at worst, to the insanity unleashed by the Wagnerian Hitler.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
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The service Always friendly, and a good guest-to-staff ratio means help is never far away.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 Mar. 2026
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“Good-looking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/good-looking. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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